In pictures: The horsemen of Lagos beach

The young people who make a living from taking people for horse rides on Nigeria's beaches.

Who are the Nairobi victims?

Victims of the siege at the hotel complex include a 9/11 survivor, a YouTuber and two inseparable friends.

In pictures: Cairo turns orange as sandstorm sweeps Egypt

Strong winds bring thick dust to the Egyptian capital, forcing people to find cover.

In pictures: Cairo turns orange as sandstorm sweeps Egypt

Strong winds bring thick dust to the Egyptian capital, forcing people to find cover.

Second Canadian national feared kidnapped in Burkina Faso

It would be the second case of a Canadian going missing in the West African country in recent weeks.

Second Canadian national feared kidnapped in Burkina Faso

It would be the second case of a Canadian going missing in the West African country in recent weeks.

Oumar Niasse: Everton striker joins Cardiff City on loan

Everton striker Oumar Niasse joins Cardiff City on loan until the end of the season, with an option to make the move permanent.

Kenya attack: We’ll catch Dusit plotters, says President Kenyatta

President Uhuru Kenyatta vows to catch those behind the attack on Nairobi's Dusit hotel complex.

DR Congo: Nearly 900 killed in ethnic clashes last month, UN says

Ethnic violence took place in four western villages over three days last month, the UN says.

Andrew Harding: Relief replaces fear after Kenya attack

The attack on the DusitD2 hotel forced guests into hiding, Andrew Harding reports from Nairobi.