BBC Africa

The world's oldest president, aged 92, won Tunisia's first free presidential elections in 2014.

Preview followed by live coverage of Thursday's Africa Cup of Nations game between Madagascar and Burundi.

It follows an attempt at a regional coup, in which the army chief of staff was shot dead.

Vincent Ni and Larry Madowo explain the complex relationship between China and African countries.

Gharyan was a main supply base for an offensive on Tripoli by insurgents loyal to Khalifa Haftar.

Half of Moroccans asked by a major BBC Arabic survey say they want immediate political change.

One woman uses a form of African spirituality to communicate with her ancestors.

Dozens more were injured during national celebrations for the country's independence day.

Nigeria and Egypt booked places in the last 16 of the Africa Cup of Nations on Wednesday, but which other favourites clash on day seven?

Mohamed Salah's goal helps hosts Egypt beat DR Congo and move into the last 16 of the Africa Cup of Nations.

Women and girls are urged to report any sexual violence committed by the exiled former president.

Uganda and Zimbabwe play out an entertaining draw in Group A of the Africa Cup of Nations in Cairo.

Fifa opens disciplinary proceedings against Cameroon for team misconduct, offensive behaviour and fair play breaches during the Women's World Cup loss to England.

Nigeria become the first team to qualify for the last 16 of the Africa Cup of Nations as they beat Guinea 1-0.

Kenya's first coal power station would increase greenhouse gas emissions by 700%, campaigners say.

The move shocks many as the largely cashless society fears a local currency that fuelled hyperinflation.

Fatou "Toufah" Jallow says Mr Jammeh sexually assaulted her after she had won a beauty pageant.

A helicopter company insists a motorway rescue was an emergency, not a billionaire escaping traffic.

Midfielder Amr Warda is sent home from the Africa Cup of Nations by hosts Egypt after social media conversations are leaked.

The Manchester City footballer and his wife Rita "failed to pay certain expenses", a judge says.