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As rebel forces advance towards the capital, at least 1,000 ethnic Tigrayans have been detained.

Abdiaziz Mohamud Guled, a critic of the Islamist militant group al-Shabab, is killed in a suicide attack.

England sign off on 2021 in style as they outfox and outfight 2019 Rugby World Cup final conquerors South Africa in front of a rapturous Twickenham crowd.

Davido says money given to him by fans following a social media appeal will be sent to orphanages.

Journalist Mohanad Hashim returned from exile after the revolution but a coup leaves his hopes in tatters.

The US secretary of state says Africa is central to dealing with climate change, Covid-19, democracy and human rights around the world.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken talks of partnerships and avoids condescending lectures of the past.

Family and friends of former DR Congo President Joseph Kabila are named by Africa's biggest data leak.

A selection of the best photos from the African continent and beyond.

Family and friends of former DR Congo President Joseph Kabila are named by Africa's biggest data leak.

The US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, says there's a real risk of Ethiopia pulling apart if a diplomatic solution isn’t found.

It looks like being defence versus attack in the inaugural Women's African Champions League final as Mamelodi Sundowns face Hasaacas Ladies in Cairo.

Sheikh Muhammad Abas Kirevu was killed by security forces, who said he had been working with jihadists.

Fans are excited as Peter and Paul reconcile on their joint birthday after a painful break-up.

Ivory Coast coach Patrice Beaumelle says Fifa is "killing African football" by only allowing five places for the continent at the World Cup.

Chelsea goalkeeper Edouard Mendy complains about media outlets mistakenly using his image in stories about Manchester City's Benjamin Mendy.

A bike-share scheme has been setup in Kigali to help lower emissions in Rwanda's capital.

Ethiopia's army used to be one of the strongest in Africa so how have rebels made such rapid gains?

The South African Football Association claims there was a spike in betting during its World Cup qualifier against Ghana.

Catherine, a single parent who is also deaf, struggled with postpartum depression.