DR Congo election: EU condemns expulsion of envoy Bart Ouvry

DR Congo says it expelled the ambassador to "punish" the EU, as tensions rise ahead of elections.

Cameroon clubs take Caf to Cas over 2019 hosting rights

Amateur clubs in Cameroon take the Confederation of African Football to the Court of Arbitration for Sport over stripping the country of the right to host the 2019 Nations Cup.

Africa’s week in pictures: 21-27 December 2018

A selection of the best photos from across Africa this week.

NFL’s Jay Ajayi on Nigeria’s role in Super Bowl win

The Philadelphia Eagles had never won the Super Bowl before, but British-Nigerian athlete Jay Ajayi helped to end that record.

DR Congo: Why are UN blue helmets there?

DR Congo has one of the largest contingents of UN peacekeepers in the world.

Alexandre Benalla: Row over sacked Macron aide’s Africa trip

A business trip to Africa by ex-security aide Alexandre Benalla embarrasses the French presidency.

Alexandre Benalla: Row over sacked Macron aide’s Africa trip

A business trip to Africa by ex-security aide Alexandre Benalla embarrasses the French presidency.

Madagascar ex-leader Andry Rajoelina wins presidential run-off vote

Ex-leader Andry Rajoelina has beaten another former president, Marc Ravalomanana, officials say.

Inter Milan to play two home league games behind closed doors after alleged racist abuse

Inter Milan will play two home league games behind closed doors following the alleged racist abuse of Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly on Wednesday.

Rasheedat Ajibade: Nigeria’s rising star moves to Norway

Women's Africa Cup of Nations winner Rasheedat Ajibade moves to Norwegian side Avaldsnes from Nigerian club Robo Queens.