Some of the big stories unfolding across the continent
Oprah Winfrey in Soweto
US television talk show star Oprah Winfrey delivers a keynote address at an event in Soweto, South Africa, to mark 100 years since the birth of Nelson Mandela.
CAR children's report
Unicef releases in Geneva, Switzerland, a new report on children in crisis-hit Central African Republic (CAR).
Angolan court order
Angolan Supreme Court extends the detention of Mr José Filomeno dos Santos (Zenú), the son of former President José Eduardo dos Santos, by 25 days more days. He is facing corruption related charges.
Zambian activists in court
Six Zambian anti-corruption activists appear in court in Lusaka facing charges over protest.
Burkinabe strike call
The Burkina Faso opposition calls for a general strike to protest over rising fuel prices.
Zimbabwe opposition rally
Zimbabwe's MDC opposition alliance holds rally to protest against the country's worsening economic crisis.
DRC election drive
Campaigns continue in the DR Congo for the December 23 presidential election.
Unesco meets in Mauritius
Mauritius hosts the Unesco Committee for Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage till Saturday.
Nigeria poll campaigns
Campaigns continue in Nigeria for the 2019 presidential and parliamentary elections.