National demonstrations sparked as President Abdelaziz Bouteflika, 81, looks to extend his rule.
President Omar al-Bashir dismisses the federal government and sacks all state governors.
What will be the impact on communities and the economy if the ban on hunting elephants is lifted?
South African rugby star Brian Habana aks if Caster Semenya is being specifically targeted by the governing body of athletics, the IAAF.
Witnesses tell the BBC they were taken home from refugee camps despite the threat from Boko Haram.
Morocco international Adel Taarabt returns to Benfica first-team training after a seven-month spell with the reserves, manager Bruno Lage confirms.
A government report recommends lifting a four-year ban on hunting elephants.
Chelsea have been banned from signing new players in the next two transfer windows for breaching rules in relation to youth players, Fifa announces
More and more elections are being held in Africa however analysts dismiss many as being "lawful but illegitimate".
A selection of photographs from around the African continent this week.
Election officials prepare for the poll this Saturday after a one-week delay.
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