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At least 26m people are struggling for food across northern Kenya, Somalia and southern Ethiopia.

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

The new Omicron variant has now become dominant, the country's top medical scientists say.

The Hoja app was launched by two entrepreneurs from the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Tigray rebels took control of Lalibela, famous for its 13th Century rock-hewn churches, in August.

The boat was carrying more than 50 people, most of whom were heading to an Islamic religious event

Nick Mwendwa steps aside as president of Football Kenya Federation (FKF) after being charged with four counts of fraud.

The Gambia has witnessed a flourishing of democracy but its curious election system remains unchanged.

Huge progress has been made in treatment, prevention and understanding of HIV - but falsehoods still hurt people living with it.

Thomas Thabane denies organising the killing of his estranged wife.

What does the 'scramble', between major powers, for influence in Africa and its resources mean for its people?

A lack of recycling facilities in Africa has spurred one Dutch company to import broken phones.

Joe Phaahla says South Africa is experienced in dealing with Covid variants, despite a surge in cases.

Holding the Fifa Club World Cup while the Africa Cup of Nations is ongoing is "disrespectful" to Africa, according to ex-Egypt striker Mido.

Vaccination rollouts in many parts of Africa are lagging behind the rest of the world - but is this a problem of supply or demand?

The meat is a delicacy for some in Tanzania but the authorities have now banned its consumption.

Football Kenya Federation president Nick Mwendwa is charged with four counts of fraud totalling approximately $337,200.

The ex-Paralympian is moved to a prison closer to the parents of the woman he killed, Reeva Steenkamp.

Scarlets have returned but Cardiff and Munster have been forced to remain in South Africa after positive Covid-19 cases are confirmed in their squads.

Ethiopians tell the BBC they are willing to give up their lives to defend their country against rebels.