UK sanctions Kenyan businessman over illicit gold trade

Pattni has been accused of smuggling gold and exploiting natural resources in Africa for decades.

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Ghana results set to confirm opposition election victory

Vice-President Mahamudu Bawumi has accepted defeat and congratulated former President John Mahama on his victory.

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Verstappen to do FIA work in Rwanda after swearing

Max Verstappen will do an activity with junior competitors in Rwanda as his "work of public interest" for swearing at the Singapore Grand Prix.

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Jubilant Ghanaians celebrate election results

Supporters of John Mahama have been celebrating after Vice-President Mahamudu Bawumia accepted defeat.

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Ghana vice-president accepts election defeat

Although the ruling party candidate has conceded, no official results have been declared.

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Gold, prices, and jobs: What's at stake in Ghana's elections?

In an echo of the US, the current vice-president is up against an ex-president in the 7 December vote.

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How a uranium mine became a pawn in the row between Niger and France

France's nuclear giant has lost control of its uranium mining operations in the West African state.

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Vote counting begins in Ghana as new president awaits

The West African nation is guaranteed a new leader as Nana Akufo-Addo steps down after serving two terms.

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More than 150 people rescued from abandoned gold mine

The final man to emerge from the disused shaft blew a whistle as he was received by army officers.

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The deadly dig for Ghana's gold

Ghana’s western region is a hotbed for illegal gold mining. It’s destroying the country’s forest reserves and polluting rivers that locals use for drinking water.

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Breaking African football's menstrual health 'taboo'

Hopes that more discussion of menstrual health can boost the development of women's football in Africa and provide support to players.

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Huge hats and saffron strands: Africa's top shots

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

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Ivory Coast’s beloved staple food gains UN cultural heritage status

Attiéké is made from fermented cassava flour and has become popular across West Africa.

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Ugandan fan shot dead in Arsenal-Manchester United match row

Witnesses said the celebration by Arsenal fans angered the security guard.

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Housemate convicted of horrific murder of Kenyan LGBT activist

The body of Edwin Chiloba was found dumped in a box last year, sparking global condemnation.

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South Africa beat England in ODI series opener

England fall to a six-wicket defeat by South Africa in the opening one-day international after Laura Wolvaardt's unbeaten half-century.

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Unknown flu-like disease kills at least 79 people in DR Congo

Authorities say those infected have symptoms including headaches, fever and a runny nose.

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Niger junta takes control of French uranium mine

Since the coup last year, the junta has been trying to reduce French influence in the country.

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Statue of Russia's Wagner founder Prigozhin unveiled in Central Africa

The new monument "is part of the bilateral relationship" between CAR and Russia, officials say.

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135 killed in football stadium crush, Guinea rights groups say

Estimate based on information from hospital, cemeteries, families, witnesses and other sources.

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