France rushes aid to Mayotte after Cyclone Chido devastation
Survivors wandered through streets littered with debris, searching for water and shelter, after Cyclone Chido leveled entire neighborhoods on Saturday when it hit Mayotte, the poorest territory of France and, by extension, the European Union
Watch: Vanuatu shaken by 7.3 magnitude earthquake
Videos shared on social media show debris scattered in shops and structural damage to buildings housing diplomatic missions after a 7.3 magnitude earthquake in Vanuatu.
Football: Who wins the FIFA 2024 Best Player trophy?
FC Barcelona playmaker Aitana Bonmati has won the Best Women's Player award for 2023 and is looking to win back-to-back FIFA awards as she is one of four Spanish players on the 16-man shortlist.
Gaza death toll surpasses 45,000 as Israeli offensive continues
The real death toll is likely to be much higher as thousands of bodies are still buried under rubble or in areas that medics cannot access.
Mayotte reels after deadly Cyclone Chido
Cyclone Chido struck Mayotte on Saturday, levelling entire neighbourhoods and causing heavy destruction in the island's capital. Local reports confirm at least 20 deaths, but officials fear the true toll could be far higher.
Transition in Syria: Russian troops under scrutiny by new government
In the wake of President Bashar al-Assad's removal, Syria's transitional government has announced that Russian presence is unwelcome. They are open to discussions with all countries to help establish a new future for Syria.
800 arrested over Nigerian crypto-romance scam
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) said the suspects, including 148 Chinese and 40 Filipino nationals, were detained on December 10 at the seven-storey Big Leaf Building in Lagos, Nigeria's commercial capital.
Dogs Canine Carnival in Lagos attracts dozens of pet owners
The dogs, some of which are in fancy dress, are blessed by a priest and the organisers hope to show the world that Nigeria is a nation that cherishes canines.
Lookman and Banda proud to top African footballers of the year
Nigeria's Ademola Lookman was named the 2024 CAF Footballer of the Year, while Zambia's Barbra Banda won the women's award for helping Orlando Pride win the NWSL Championship.
Lamine Yamal wins 2024 Golden Boy award
Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal received the 2024 Golden Boy trophy following a campaign that saw him help Spain secure the European championship