A DRC school fire has killed at least 26 children and injured 25 others in Bukavu, where authorities have launched an investigation

BRICS Africa trade could gain from stronger digital links as South Africa pushes technology to connect businesses across the expanding economic bloc

UK citizenship fees now total £1,839 for applicants, adding to the immigration costs faced by thousands of African migrants seeking British nationality

South Africa rugby strengthened its world No. 1 position as the Springboks defeated New Zealand 3-1 in their four-Test series

The Okavango River travels across southern Africa but never reaches the sea. Instead, its waters create Botswana’s spectacular inland delta

Iraq has seized a drone launch platform allegedly linked to the Saudi oil pipeline attack as investigators work to identify those responsible

Niger has appointed a new army chief after a failed mutiny in Niamey, as the country faces security challenges and questions over military unity

Douala floods have left a pregnant woman dead after heavy rain submerged roads and homes in Cameroon’s economic capital, with more rain forecast

Skiing in Morocco is possible high in the Atlas Mountains, where snow-covered slopes offer one of Africa’s most surprising winter experiences

Houthis have taken control of Yemen’s Red Sea coast and advanced towards key positions around the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, a major global shipping route

Sudan chemical weapons allegations are being challenged by a pro-army media campaign, while the army denies using prohibited weapons