Former Fifa president Sepp Blatter expresses his support for Morocco's bid to host the 2026 World Cup and not the United States/Canada/Mexico joint bid. Source: BBC African news
A selection of the best photos from across Africa this week. Source: BBC African news
Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi's debut novel was initially rejected by British publishers. Source: BBC African news
Leicester winger Riyad Mahrez says he has had no problems with his team-mates since his failed move to Manchester City. Source: BBC African news
Mhlengi Gwala is now "doing well" after surgery, an official has told the BBC. Source: BBC African news
The actress, model and producer answers questions from BBC Africa's audience. Source: BBC African news
The BBC's Gavin Fischer hears his great-uncle's voice for the first time in newly released tapes. Source: BBC African news
Aminata Camara is the Gambian Under-17 football captain – but her family want her to stop playing and get married. Source: BBC African news
The project is designed to help expedite the return of foreign offenders serving time in British jails. Source: BBC African news
President Koroma is stepping down after two terms, meaning there is a three-way battle to succeed him. Source: BBC African news
Egyptian giants Ahly secure a big first leg win in the last-32 of the African Champions League, with three other ties still in the balance. Source: BBC African news
How Zimbabwe's Courteney Boot Company became one of the world's most exclusive footwear firms. Source: BBC African news
The US secretary of state launches a stinging attack ahead of his six-nation tour of Africa. Source: BBC African news
Cameroon's hosting of the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations receives a major boost after Morocco throws its support behind next year's finals. Source: BBC African news
The UN children's agency estimates 25 million child marriages have been prevented in the past decade. Source: BBC African news
South Africa's SuperSport United, last year's Confederation Cup runners-up, will face Petro Atletico in Angola on Tuesday in the last 32 of this year's competition. Source: BBC African news
South Africa recalls polony and other meats, after a food poisoning outbreak kills 180 people. Source: BBC African news
Wydad Casablanca of Morocco begin the defence of their African Champions League crown this week with their coach confident they can 'retain the title.' Source: BBC African news
Shepherd Bushiri is known around Africa for his "miracles" - including appearing to walk on air. Source: BBC African news
Since the beginning of the year, Nigeria has been gripped by an outbreak of the deadly Lassa fever. Source: BBC African news
