Frankie Fredericks: IAAF official quits two roles over corruption claim

Four-time Olympic silver medallist Frankie Fredericks steps down from two key roles following corruption allegations, which he denies.

Nkoulou withdraws from Cameroon duty

Nations Cup-winning Cameroon defender Nicolas Nkoulou is taking a break from international football.

British ranch owner killed in Kenya

Police say Tristan Voorspuy was killed by pastoral herders while inspecting a fire-damaged lodge.

#DearSister

Mona Eltahawy was fed up of being lectured to by strangers - and so are thousands of others.

Ghana celebrates: A nation is born

Ghana celebrates: A nation is born

South Africa’s SASSA crisis: Lumka Oliphant refuses English interview

A South African official refuses to speak English in an interview, sparking a fierce debate.

Nigeria Chibok abductions: Ex-President Jonathan denies rescue snub

A British offer to free 200 abducted schoolgirls was reportedly rejected by Nigeria's former government.

Madagascar braced for Cyclone Enawo

Destructive winds, torrential rain and landslides are expected.

SA and Senegal join Guinea and hosts Zambia in U-20s semi-finals

South Africa and Senegal join hosts Zambia and Guinea in the African Under 20 semi-finals, with all four earning a place at the Fifa U-20 World Cup in May.

No bed of roses

The initiatives aiming to help female flower pickers in Kenya fight sexual harassment and earn higher wages.