Ghana’s western region is a hotbed for illegal gold mining. It’s destroying the country’s forest reserves and polluting rivers that locals use for drinking water.

Walus has never expressed remorse for killing Hani and has become a symbol for the far right in Poland.

Hopes that more discussion of menstrual health can boost the development of women's football in Africa and provide support to players.

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

To curb unemployment, Mahamudu Bawumia has promised a "digital economy" and John Mahama a "24-hour economy".

Illegal gold mining in Ghana picked up this year following an almost 30% rise in global gold prices, despite military operations to shut them down.

Attiéké is made from fermented cassava flour and has become popular across West Africa.

Witnesses said the celebration by Arsenal fans angered the security guard.

Zambia striker Barbra Banda and Malawi's Chawinga sisters Tabitha and Temwa are on the five-strong shortlist to become African Women's Footballer of the Year.

The body of Edwin Chiloba was found dumped in a box last year, sparking global condemnation.

Namibia's Swapo records its worst election performance - continuing a trend seen across Africa.

England fall to a six-wicket defeat by South Africa in the opening one-day international after Laura Wolvaardt's unbeaten half-century.

Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has experienced exile, detention and a quarter of a century in top government posts.

Authorities say those infected have flu-like symptoms including headaches, fever and a runny nose.

Since the coup last year, the junta has been trying to reduce French influence in the country.

The new monument "is part of the bilateral relationship" between CAR and Russia, officials say.

Estimate based on information from hospital, cemeteries, families, witnesses and other sources.

Ghanaians are about to elect a new president amid concerns about inflation, unemployment and debt.

Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is well in front with nearly all votes tallied but her rival disputes the poll.

After Angola's Bastos became the first African to win the Copa Libertadores, could his triumph with Botafogo open more doors for footballers from the continent?