BBC Africa

A selection of the best photos from the African continent and beyond.

Ousmane Sonko's repeated arrests have sparked deadly unrest in one of West Africa's most stable democracies.

It was initially reported that Joshua Mollel had been taken hostage by Hamas, along with a colleague.

Ending the rebellion in the east dominates campaigning but fails to impress those fleeing fighting.

With the pledges and commitments made this year, has the summit been a success?

BBC Sport provides a guide to the format, schedule, venues and kick-off times at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, including day-by-day fixtures.

How Napoli sensation Victor Osimhen went from humble beginnings in Nigeria to being crowned Africa's Footballer of the Year.

A South African court rules the president failed to comply with the law when recognising the new king.

Zahara, known for her soulful voice and hit song Loliwe, was once named in a BBC 100 Women list.

Ivory Coast will use school children and volunteers to fill some stadiums during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, which begins in January.

Regional bloc Ecowas says it will maintain sanctions on Niger after military leaders refused their offer.

Mthuli Ncube is named "Best African Finance Minister of the Year" despite the nation's economic turmoil.

Moscow continues to foster close relationships with various countries in sub-Saharan Africa.

Philip Mpango resurfaced on Sunday after not being seen for a month, leading to rumours about his health.

Kenya has experienced three nationwide blackouts in the last four months, the latest on Sunday evening.

The BBC visits the Central African Republic to see why Russian Wagner forces are so popular there.

Seven others including three charity staff were injured in what the Red Cross has called a "deliberate attack".

Many people are disgruntled with the president's handling of the economy after a decade in power.

Félix Tshisekedi accuses his counterpart in neighbouring Rwanda of wanting to expand.

Some 40 million people will vote in a country the size of Western Europe, home to vast mineral resources.