Marouane Chamakh: Former Arsenal and Morocco striker confirms retirement

Former Morocco international Marouane Chamakh confirms his retirement from football at the age of 35 after not playing for almost two-and-a-half years.

Sudan rebel leader returns despite death sentence

Yasir Arman returns weeks after President al-Bashir was ousted and could take part in peace talks.

Sagbokodji: The Lagos island living off the electricity grid

Islanders say lanterns cause house fires on Sagbokodji, which has never had an electricity supply.

Why Huawei’s Google woes worry Africa

Will Africa's governments and consumers have to choose between using US and Chinese technology?

Africa Cup of Nations: Liverpool’s Naby Keita in Guinea’s provisional squad

Liverpool midfielder Naby Keita is included in Guinea's 25-man provisional squad for next month's Africa Cup of Nations, despite being a big injury doubt.

South Africa’s President Ramaphosa sworn in

South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa was inaugurated at an event which included a flypast and military parade.

South Africa’s President Ramaphosa sworn in

South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa was inaugurated at an event which included a flypast and military parade.

2019 Women’s World Cup: Veteran Onome Ebi included in Nigeria squad

Veteran defender Onome Ebi will to become the first African to play in five Fifa global tournaments after being named in Nigeria's Women's World Cup squad.