Why farms in Zimbabwe were confiscated

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As farmers are offered new leases, BBC Rewind looks at the background to the issue.

Riek Machar: South Sudan warlord turned peacemaker?

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Riek Machar has been a central figure in Sudanese and South Sudanese politics for around three decades.

Salva Kiir: South Sudan’s president in a cowboy hat

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Find out about the rebel commander who became the first president of Africa's newest country and has presided over its descent into civil war.

The true cost of a dream Ugandan wedding

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The desire for the perfect day has led to a boom in Uganda’s wedding industry - but these events come at a cost.

Ghanaian denied UK visa to save sister’s life

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Shirley Kordie's brother Joseph is a "perfect" stem cell match and is ready to donate.

Akon to build ‘real Wakanda’ in Senegal

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The multi-platinum selling artist announces his own cryptocurrency and city - both named after himself.

2018 Fifa World Cup: Why aren’t black managers invited to the party?

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Only one of the 32 teams at the world's biggest football tournament has a black manager, reflecting a historical lack of opportunities for minority professionals in all levels of the game.

Cecafa reschedules 2018 Women’s Challenge Cup

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The postponed east and central African women's regional championship will now kick off on July 19 in Rwanda

World Cup 2018: Nigeria v Iceland

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Preview followed by live coverage of Friday's World Cup game between Nigeria and Iceland.

World Cup 2018: Nigeria 2-0 Iceland

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Ahmed Musa scores both goals as Nigeria beat World Cup debutants Iceland to leave Group D intriguingly poised.