International News - An African Perspective
From The BBC
DR Congo and Rwanda vow to agree peace plan within days The two neighbouring nations sign a US-brokered deal aimed at stopping the fighting in eastern DR Congo.
From prized artworks to bullet shells: how war devastated Sudan's museums Sudan's national museum is among the institutions that have been looted and vandalised during the war.
UK border officers saw a couple behaving oddly with a baby - and uncovered a Nigerian mystery The identity of a Nigerian baby brought to the UK remains unknown after an "extraordinary" court case.
'My bananas were seized and destroyed' - Malawi-Tanzania trade row escalates Following the crackdown, some traders have resorted to selling their goods in secret, the BBC hears.
'Fees have fallen' in Namibia as president announces free higher education However, it is not clear where the funding will come from, raising questions about where it is feasible.
Sudanese eating charcoal and leaves to survive, aid agency warns People are trekking under "blistering" heat to escape "horrific circumstances", the BBC is told.
Rwandan beekeeper arrested in US over genocide charges The 65-year-old suspect is also charged with visa fraud while seeking to become a US citizen in 2003.
South Africa and Ukraine woo each other - as relationships with Trump turn sour Volodymyr Zelensky ends an historic visit to South Africa to counter Russia's influence on the continent.
Could this be the end of the road for Tanzania's great survivor? Tundu Lissu has survived against the political odds over the years but has now been charged with treason.
Will the next pope be from Africa? Despite having the world's fastest-growing Catholic population, odds are against Africa producing the next pontiff.
Africa remembers Pope who spoke for the continent African Catholics, who are becoming more important in the Church, remember a man who spoke for them.
Ten women, one guy: The risk-taking dating show that stirred Ethiopia Ethiopia's answer to The Bachelor has prompted discussions about dating norms in the conservative country.
They fled two civil wars but are stranded at border as new conflict resumes Fighting between rival forces resumes in South Sudan, while a full-scale civil war rages in neighbouring Sudan.
Actor in film warning of revenge killings shot dead in family feud A top Somali actor is targeted in a revenge killing shortly after making a film warning about such feuds.
Fire, fronds and flax: Africa's top shots A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond.
'Child in arms, luggage on my head, I fled Sudan camp for safety' Inhabitants of Sudan's biggest camp for displaced people have had their lives upturned once again.
Arsenal urged to put Visit Rwanda 'financial gains' aside A group of Arsenal fans believe the Premier League club should not renew its sponsorship deal with Visit Rwanda if it "values standards".
Hoops and rhymes boosting Africa's creative economy The Basketball Africa League is is leveraging the power of entertainment to help grow the game on the continent and boost Africa's creative economy.
Kipyegon targets first women's sub-four minute mile Three-time Olympic and world 1500m champion Faith Kipyegon is to attempt to become the first woman to run a sub-four minute mile.
Zimbabwe wrap up first Test win in four years Zimbabwe win their first Test match in four years with a three-wicket victory over Bangladesh in Sylhet.
Chepngetich and Jepchirchir out of London Marathon World record holder Ruth Chepngetich pulls out of the London Marathon, along with defending champion Peres Jepchirchir.
Gabon forward Boupendza dies aged 28 in China Gabon international Aaron Boupendza has died at the age of 28 after reportedly falling from a building in China.
Can new wave of African cyclists produce 'second Girmay'? Milkias Maekele is among the growing number of African cyclists with a professional deal, and the Eritrean teenager has been tipped to follow in the footsteps of Biniam Girmay.
Nigeria plans bid for 2030 Commonwealth Games Fears that Glasgow 2026 might be the last ever Commonwealth Games are alleviated after seven nations lodge official expressions of interest to host in 2030 or 2034.
Watch: Might the next pope come from Africa? The Archbishop of Abuja in Nigeria speaks to the BBC about how the next pontiff could be selected.
Rare footage from Sudanese city under siege El-Fasher residents Mostafa, Hafiza and Manahel film as their home city comes under fire in Sudan's civil war.
Dozens dead in floods in DR Congo capital Desperate residents have been fleeing floodwaters by wading or paddling to safety in homemade canoes.
'What I learned from a failed travel world record attempt' Nigerian vlogger Alma Asinobi on failed Guinness World Record attempt
Meet the football grannies of Africa Teams from across the continent, created to boost the health of older women, face off in a tournament.
Adesina: Africa can't rely on benevolence of others The African Development Bank president tells the BBC how poverty shaped his world views.
'We will be vindicated' - Anas wins $18m defamation case Anas Aremeyaw Anas says that his libel victory will encourage other journalists to stand up to powerful figures.