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Muhammadu Buhari’s life tracked dramatic changes over decades – and he was often at the centre of events.

Burna Boy, one of the biggest names in Afrobeats, says he didn't want his sound to be "in one box".

A Spaniard and two local people were shot multiple times during the conflict in northern Ethiopia, MSF says.

Ghana beat Tanzania 4-1 to secure their quarter-final place at the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations as holders South Africa secure top spot in Group C.

Dr Tshepo Lipholo, an opposition MP, is yet to apply for bail and remains in police custody

Muhammadu Buhari, who led Nigeria as both a military ruler and elected president, died in London on Sunday.

Clara Luvanga on meeting Al-Nassr team-mate Ronaldo and how Tanzania are gaining "experience" at their second Wafcon.

Clara Luvanga on meeting Al-Nassr team-mate Ronaldo and how Tanzania are gaining "experience" at their second Wafcon.

Cameroon's Paul Biya, 92, has been power since 1982 and could govern until he is nearly 100.

A baby will be placed for adoption in UK after being trafficked from Nigeria. She may never know her real parents.

Nigeria win Group B at the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations and Algeria finish second after the two sides play out a goalless draw in Casablanca.

Senzo Mchunu - who denies the claims - has been put on an immediate "leave of absence" by President Cyril Ramaphosa.

It is the first time RSF fighters have entered el-Fasher in such numbers since a siege began in May 2024.

The former military ruler was "converted" to democracy and won the historic 2015 elections.

The former military ruler was "converted" to democracy and won the historic 2015 elections.

The former military ruler was "converted" to democracy and won the historic 2015 elections.

The US wants rights to DR Congo's minerals, but one vital mine is still in rebel hands.

The US wants rights to DR Congo's minerals, but one vital mine is still in rebel hands.

The US wants rights to DR Congo's minerals, but one vital mine is still in rebel hands.

Morocco and Zambia both seal 1-0 wins to secure passage to the quarter-finals at the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations.