Nigerian volunteer: ‘Fighting in Ukraine is better than living here’

Ukraine's embassies in some African countries have been told to stop recruiting combat volunteers.

War in Ukraine: Why Vladimir Putin couldn’t have trained fighters in Africa

A misleading photo has been used by some to suggest the continent should support Russia in Ukraine.

Hakim Ziyech: Chelsea winger rejects latest Morocco call-up

Chelsea winger Hakim Ziyech rejects the chance to play for Morocco in their 2022 World Cup play-off against DR Congo.

Rwanda fashion: Entrepreneur Sonia Mugabo on starting her own brand

Sonia Mugabo left her job in New York to come back to home to Rwanda and start her own fashion brand.

Dudula: How South African anger has focused on foreigners

Support seems to be growing for two groups who are campaigning against undocumented foreign nationals.

Row in Africa over 2023 Rugby World Cup qualifiers in France

African rugby's governing body is accused of ignoring the interests of game on the continent after deciding to host 2023 Rugby World Cup qualifiers in France.

Nigerian student in Ukraine: ‘Mummy we keep hearing bombs’

Hauwa's son Suleiman is a Nigerian student in Sumy - she says the family are fearful and anxious.

Africa’s week in pictures: 4-10 March 2022

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

Kenya Deputy President Ruto: The president and I are not enemies

Kenya's Deputy President William Ruto insists that he and President Kenyatta "just see politics differently".

Timbuktu manuscripts: Mali’s ancient documents captured online

The thousands of manuscripts contain centuries of African writing on maths, medicine and more.