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Attacks on people like me happen every time my country has an election
The false belief that body parts of people with albinism bring wealth or luck have driven attacks.
From government spin doctor to Cameroon president's main rival
Issa Tchiroma Bakary says he won the election and is not concerned about being arrested or put in jail.
We will never accept stolen votes, says Cameroon opposition leader
Cameroon opposition leader Issa Tchiroma Bakary is adamant that he's the winner of the presidential election.
'It became one of the children' – Kenyan family on adopting orphaned cheetah cub
Their neighbours, who raise livestock, told the family to get rid of the wild animal.
Wafcon expansion offers 'great exposure' - Chawinga
The expansion of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations is a "great boost" to teams that have never qualified for the finals, says Malawi captain Tabitha Chawinga.
Shock at $100,000 fee to contest Guinea elections to replace junta
The authorities say the high amount is needed to ensure only credible candidates take part.
Finery and frailty: Africa's top shots
A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond.
Ghana's former First Lady Nana Konadu Rawlings dies aged 76
She was married to Ghana's longest-serving leader Jerry John Rawlings and known for her women's rights work.
Marathon record holder Chepngetich given three-year ban
Women's marathon world record holder Ruth Chepngetich is banned for three years after the Kenyan admits to anti-doping rule violations.
'I eat 6000 calories a day' – The South African 'Rhino' who became World's Strongest Man
Rayno Nel is the first African to win the prestigious title of World's Strongest Man.

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