Sudan protest: Police order officers not to intervene

The order comes as thousands of protesters remain camped outside army HQ in the capital.

Why is Libya so lawless?

Libya has been beset by chaos since its long-serving ruler Col Muammar Gaddafi was ousted in 2011.

Sudan protest: Some soldiers protect demonstrators

Thousands of protesters camp outside army headquarters in Khartoum, urging President Bashir to step down.

Sudan protest: Some soldiers protect demonstrators

Thousands of protesters camp outside army headquarters in Khartoum, urging President Bashir to step down.

Algeria’s Nabil Bentaleb to rejoin Schalke first-team squad

Algeria's Nabil Bentaleb will return to train with the Schalke first team after being punished by the German club.

Libya crisis: Air strike at Tripoli airport as thousands flee clashes

Flights are halted in Libya's capital as a power struggle for the country's capital drags on.

Nigeria Football Federation to help ailing legend Christian Chukwu

The Nigeria Football Federation offers to help ailing former captain and coach Christian Chukwu with the money he needs for treatment in the USA.

Sudan protest: Clashes among armed forces at Khartoum sit-in

Elements of the army act to protect protesters as security forces fire tear gas, witnesses say.

How did US and Ethiopia become so close?

The relationship goes beyond prudent foreign policy, resulting in a unique level of diplomatic and diasporic cooperation.

Why the future of French is African

Africa may save France's language from the decline it is experiencing elsewhere in the world.