The trial is the first resulting from sweeping investigations launched after President Bouteflika stepped down in April. Read more

Two survivors found after a six-storey building collapsed in the Kenyan capital on Friday, authorities say. Read more

Red Cross says at least 16 bodies recovered after torrential rainfall causes landslides in Bundibugyo district. Read more

Scientists warn life in Africa's largest freshwater lake could die, if warning signs continue to be ignored. Read more

Opposition leaders say eight men were killed by security forces for speaking out against President Alpha Conde and his government. Read more

Adama Barrow says probe launched as nation mourns 'national disaster' that saw dozens of people drowning off Mauritania. Read more

Seven police officers among the dead after gunmen attacked a bus in northeast Kenya, local media reports. Read more

Royal drumming is now only allowed at official functions. The government says this is to avoid commercialising the culture. Read more

Authorities warn of more heavy rain in Kenya. Thousands have already been displaced after two months of flooding. Read more

Mantumbi village of Mbau region in DR Congo's east was reportedly targeted by Allied Democratic Forces armed group. Read more