Sudan in danger of self-destructing as conflict and famine reign

The war is in strategic stalemate, but Sudan is no-one's priority - an orphan in a region that is ablaze.

Kenya’s deputy police chief steps aside amid uproar over blogger’s death

Eliud Lagat has been under pressure to resign after lodging the complaint that saw the blogger's arrest.

What is behind the wave of killings in central Nigeria?

Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu orders security officials to bring an end to the killings.

What is behind the wave of killings in central Nigeria?

Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu orders security officials to bring an end to the killings.

Uganda leader signs new law allowing military trials for civilians

A previous law that activists said was used to silence opponents was struck down by the Supreme Court.

Heavy rains in dry season cause havoc in DR Congo’s capital

At least 29 people were killed in Kinshasa as homes were swept away in unusually big downpours.

Zambian ex-president’s family settle funeral row with government

The row caused consternation with some wondering how they should mourn former leader Edgar Lungu.

Zambian ex-president’s family settle funeral row with government

The row caused consternation with some wondering how they should mourn former leader Edgar Lungu.

‘People just assume I’m Tunisian’ – the Irishman at Club World Cup

Raised in the Republic of Ireland, Ayman Ben Mohamed reaches the Club World Cup after an unlikely journey to Tunisian side Esperance.

Cape Town safety fears force parents to seek former white-only schools

A legacy of apartheid means some black students have to go the extra mile to get a decent education.