Ethiopia anger over texting and internet blackouts

No explanation has been given for the shut downs but they coincide with nationwide exams.

Africa Cup of Nations: Nigeria coach Gernot Rohr cools title talk

Nigeria coach Gernot Rohr downplays his team's chances of winning a fourth title at the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt which kicks off on Friday.

Nigerian weddings: Glitz, glamour but mind the cost

Why are some couples are having multiple weddings? Leah and Echina explain why they did.

Nigerian weddings: Glitz, glamour but mind the cost

Why are some couples are having multiple weddings? Leah and Echina explain why they did.

Ebola crosses a porous border

The Ebola virus may be easier to contain in Uganda than in DR Congo, reports Olivia Acland.

Cricket World Cup: South Africa beat Afghanistan for first win

Imran Tahir takes 4-29 as South Africa win their first match at the World Cup with a nine-wicket victory over Afghanistan in Cardiff.

Cricket World Cup: South Africa beat Afghanistan for first win

Imran Tahir takes 4-29 as South Africa win their first match at the World Cup with a nine-wicket victory over Afghanistan in Cardiff.

Roadside bomb kills several police officers in east Kenya

No-one has admitted planting the explosives in east Wajir county, but suspicion falls on al-Shabab militants.

Women’s World Cup: Netherlands beat Cameroon 3-1 to reach last 16

European champions the Netherlands defeat Cameroon in Group E to confirm their place in the World Cup last 16.

Africa Cup of Nations: Sadio Mane suspended for Senegal’s opening match

Senegal coach Aliou Cisse confirms that his Liverpool forward Sadio Mane is suspended for their Africa Cup of Nations opener against Tanzania.