Why Eritreans want Isak to remain at Newcastle

Alexander Isak is angling for a move away from Newcastle United but Eritreans in the city are keen for the man they see as an "ambassador" to stay with the Magpies.

What is going on with CHAN disorder and ticketing?

BBC Sport Africa analyses the crowd disorder, serious security lapses and ticketing issues encountered at the African Nations Championship in Kenya.

What is going on with CHAN disorder and ticketing?

BBC Sport Africa analyses the crowd disorder, serious security lapses and ticketing issues encountered at the African Nations Championship in Kenya.

Dozens killed in attack on Sudan camp for people who had fled war

An aid group in Abu Shouk camp says at least 40 were killed by gunmen from the Rapid Support Forces.

Nigeria military kills scores of gang members in air and ground raids, spokesman says

The air force says it targeted more than 400 gunmen in a forest as they were planning a village raid.

Afropop star Tems: ‘Women are not respected in the industry’

The Nigerian Grammy award-winner talks rising to the top of a notoriously male-dominated industry.

Crowd disorder at CHAN raises concerns in Kenya

Ticket sales for some African Nations Championship games in Kenya are suspended after chaotic scenes at Nairobi's Kasarani stadium on Sunday.

Crowd disorder at CHAN raises concerns in Kenya

Ticket sales for some African Nations Championship games in Kenya are suspended after chaotic scenes at Nairobi's Kasarani stadium on Sunday.

Outrage as baby dies after genital mutilation in The Gambia

Two women have been arrested for their alleged involvement in the girl's death, police say.

Pilot suspended after being seen ‘drunk and naked’ in Cape Verde

The budget airline grounded the unnamed pilot after hotel guests reportedly complained after the incident in Cape Verde.