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

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

Botswana, one of the world's biggest diamond producers, has been struck by a global decline in the market.

The 65-year-old is alleged to be at the centre of several corruption cases; he has said he has been unlawfully treated.

He had "been receiving specialized treatment in South Africa", his party says.

Bryan Mbeumo's stellar Premier League season with Brentford has seen him linked with a move to Manchester United. But what is the secret of his success?

Bryan Mbeumo's stellar Premier League season with Brentford has seen him linked with a move to Manchester United. But what is the secret of his success?

He had "been receiving specialized treatment in South Africa", his party says.

Chad will stop giving visas to US nationals in retaliation for the latest US measures, its president says.

Robust safety measures are required before the Confederation of African Football gives the green light to Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda to host CHAN.

The bank had ended all lending to Uganda two years ago because of a harsh, new anti-LGBTQ law.

Voters are heading to the polls following a campaign period marked by reports of political repression.

The content is contrary to the nation's "laws, culture, customs, and traditions", the information minister says.

Outlets who breach the ban could face suspension, the media regulator warns.

Charlene Ruto accused the author of "misusing" her name by writing the book without seeking her permission.

South Africa is trying to extradite pastor Shepherd Bushiri from Malawi on fraud charges, which he denies.

The BBC tracks down people close to the alleged crime kingpin who escaped custody while awaiting trial.

The BBC tracks down people close to the alleged crime kingpin who escaped custody while awaiting trial.

The BBC speaks to the mother and brother of a man wanted in connection with illicit gold mining.

World Boxing apologises for naming Olympic champion Imane Khelif in the governing body's announcement of mandatory sex testing.