BBC World Service - Focus on Africa

South Africa's opposition EFF call for a shutdown of the economy

South Africa's opposition Economic Freedom Fighters call for a shutdown of the economy

Death toll continues to rise with recovery of more bodies after Cyclone Freddy struck

Effects of Cyclone Freddy continue to be felt in Malawi, as help goes out to survivors

Floods caused by Cyclone Freddy have affected about five million people in Malawi

Countries from Africa gather in Malawi to deal with the deadly Cholera outbreak

A former Vice President of Nigeria protests the results of recent presidential elections

Nigerians are waiting to hear the results of Saturday's presidential election

With millions set to vote in Africa's most populous country, we ask if Nigeria is ready?

The cyclone has damaged buildings and caused power cuts and flooding in Madagascar

Tensions over a new currency remain high in Nigeria as elections loom