Duma Boko is elected the country's first president not from the ruling party, in power for 58 years.

Alleged protesters - many of whom appeared frail after weeks in detention - appeared in court on Friday.

President Mokgweetsi Masisi accepts defeat after his party loses its parliamentary majority.

Meet Rwanda's first cheerleading squad, known as the Pom Pom Girls.

Kithure Kindiki, the immediate former interior minister, has been a loyal ally to President Ruto.

Jackline Juma, the first female head coach of a men's team in Kenya's top division, says "gender should not be a barrier" in football.

A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond.

Gaming is growing in Africa. As the continent’s booming youthful population get better access to smart phones and internet connectivity improves, so does its gaming scene.

Esports events are gaining traction too, with South Africa, Kenya, Morocco and Nigeria all hosting large tournaments showcasing Africa’s best gaming talent. We chat to Brian Khisa, a BBC reporter based in Nairobi, about why the scene is taking off, and how representative it is.

We’re also joined by Megan van der Westhuizen, a 21-year-old gamer based in South Africa, and 26-year-old Sylvia Gathoni (aka 'QueenArrow'), from Kenya. They share what it’s like to be pro gamers, and why they’re excited about the future.

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The impeached deputy president wanted to prevent the swearing in as he appeals against his removal.

Shaun Mogaila allegedly fled the scene of the accident which killed a nine-year-old girl.

Eugène Rwamucyo was found guilty of complicity in genocide and complicity in crimes against humanity.

Somalis gamble big money during livestream events as ancient clan fights are waged on social media.

Several women raped by paramilitary fighters in Gezira state have taken their own lives, activists say.

The practice of sending money to family in other countries - known as remittances - is widespread. The World Bank estimates that over $650 billion was sent to low- and middle-income countries in 2023. When it comes to the flow of money from the U.S. to African nations, some people use the term ”black tax.”

As costs are rising around the world, some people are saying it's becoming harder to afford to send money. And recently Kenyan influencer and comedian Elsa Majimbo reignited the long-running debate when she said on Instagram that she hated sending money abroad.

Two BBC journalists, Itoro Bassey in the United States and Makuochi Okafor in Nigeria, talk about their personal experiences of sending or receiving money. And they discuss the broader economic and cultural factors that underpin the issue.

We also hear a range of views from people who send money to relatives in Africa and some who receive it.

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The next generation of Eritrean cyclists are aiming to emulate and surpass Biniam Girmay, who has attained several landmarks for Africa.

Police say it is not the first time Divine Muheto has driven under the influence of alcohol.

Chidimma Adetshina was forced to withdraw from Miss South Africa after a row over her eligibility.

Chris Brown is performing in South Africa for the first time since 2015 this December. Tickets for his concerts sold out Johannesburg's FNB Stadium in just a few hours. But not everyone is happy about it. Campaigners have highlighted that the concert is scheduled just days after the global commemoration of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. So, a petition has been started to block his shows. The petition calls them an ‘insult to the millions of women and girls affected by violence in South Africa and worldwide’.

Bulelwa Adonis is from Women for Change. She tells us why her organisation started the petition, and the conversations its sparked online and IRL. We also hear from a mother whose been directly impacted by gender based violence (GBV). Noma Mrwetyana’s daughter was murdered in 2019, at the age of 19. She tells us why she started the Uyinene Mrwetyana Foundation in her name. And BBC reporter Danai Nesta Kupemba talks us through what the government is doing to address the issue.

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Paris's change of heart on the question of sovereignty over Western Sahara has angered Algeria.

Confederation of African Football president Patrice Motsepe tells the BBC why he is running for a second term in charge of the organisation.