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In a fractious nation, the dam's construction has brought people together despite controversy abroad.

Simone Gbagbo will run against President Alassane Ouattara, who is seeking a controversial fourth term.

Jacob Bethell scores his first professional century before Jofra Archer runs through South Africa as England earn a thumping consolation victory in Southampton.

France face Ireland next Sunday in the Women's Rugby World Cup quarter-finals, sealing top spot in Pool D by hammering South Africa in Northampton.

Kenya's Sheila Chepkirui claims victory in the Great North Run women's race as Eilish McColgan finished third.

Ethiopia is set to inaugurate a mega dam that has stoked tensions with Egypt.

The biblical site of Mount Sinai in Egypt is at the heart of an unholy row over plans to build a huge new tourism project.

The biblical site of Mount Sinai in Egypt is at the heart of an unholy row over plans to build a huge new tourism project.

A selection of best photos from across the continent and beyond from 29 August till 4 September 2025.

A new dataset with African languages should improve access to AI for millions on the continent.

Activist Edgar Mwakabela describes his ordeal after he says he was kidnapped and shot by suspected state agents.

Compelling evidence to suggest Lebanese Shia leader Musa al-Sadr was killed in Libya is uncovered by BBC.

Two political rivals go head-to-head once again in the hotly contested 16 September poll.

Carolyne Odour's two young sons went missing with their father - a follower of self-proclaimed pastor Paul Mackenzie.

Actress Nandi Nyembe's final months were marked by money problems that threatened to overshadow her career.

Ghana has been described as the fashion industry’s dumping ground.

Gun-wielding drivers, extortion and breakdowns, as couple flee new front line in Sudan's conflict.

The West African nation's security forces are accused of alleged rape, extortion and torture.

Malema's party argues that his remarks were taken out of context.

There has been a backlash over the recruitment scheme and a government warning to young people.