‘Baby modelling – why not?’

An insight into the world of baby and child modelling in South Africa.

Energy price hikes hit Zambian poultry farmers

As Zambia's state-run energy company Zesco continues to increase prices, poultry farms are struggling to survive.

McCarthy ‘nervous’ about new coaching role

Benni McCarthy admits he is full of nerves as he embarks on his new career as head coach with Cape Town City this weekend.

Should Nigeria have a national airline?

The Nigerian government is investing in a national airline but does the country need one?

Against the clock

A selection of the best photos from across Africa and of Africans this week.

Kenya election 2017: Odinga supporters warned over claims

The electoral commission says claims of a victory for Raila Odinga could be deemed illegal.

Migrant crisis: Spain arrivals triple compared with 2016

Spain could overtake Greece in sea arrivals in 2017 as migrants find the route safer, the IOM says.

Premier League season starts: New signings, new kits, new rules

New signings, new kits, new bosses, new rules - BBC Sport takes a look at the 2017-18 Premier League season, which gets under way on Friday.

Van Niekerk misses out on 200m gold

Ramil Guliyev wins a shock 200m gold at London 2017 with Wayde van Niekerk taking silver - but Isaac Makwala misses out on a medal.

Van Niekerk misses out on 200m gold

Ramil Guliyev wins a shock 200m gold at London 2017 with Wayde van Niekerk taking silver - but Isaac Makwala misses out on a medal.