Afcon 2019: Mauritania, Guinea, Ivory Coast qualify

Mauritania qualify for an Africa Cup of Nations finals for the first time in their history as Guinea and Ivory Coast also go through to Cameroon 2019.

South Africa’s Ramaphosa to repay campaign donation

President Cyril Ramaphosa is to repay a $35,000 campaign donation after misleading MPs.

Nigeria coach Rohr accomplishes ‘second target’ after Afcon qualification

Gernot Rohr can stamp 'mission accomplished' on the second chapter of his managerial reign after Nigeria qualify for the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations.

The women smashing Ethiopia’s glass ceiling

Male dominance in Ethiopia is being challenged with the appointment of women to powerful government posts, writes Hana Zeratsyon.

The women keeping peace… in the deadliest place

The UN wants to recruit more women as peacekeepers. In Mali at present they make up just 3% of a 15,000-strong force.

The women keeping peace… in the deadliest place

The UN wants to recruit more women as peacekeepers. In Mali at present they make up just 3% of a 15,000-strong force.

Nigerian special effects makeup artist on creating gore for Nollywood

Meet the special effects makeup artist creating blood and gore for the Nigerian film industry.

Nigerian special effects makeup artist on creating gore for Nollywood

Meet the special effects makeup artist creating blood and gore for the Nigerian film industry.

Anti-Ebola efforts in DR Congo suspended amid violence

Rebels attack near a DR Congo emergency centre and it is unclear when healthcare efforts will resume.

African Champions League final: View from the stands

Follow the emotions of an Esperance fan as she watches her favourites beat Al Ahly in the Champions League final.