‘Mo’ problems, mo’ jokes’ – meet Africa’s best comedians

Ahead of the Savanna Comics' Choice Awards in South Africa this weekend, meet some of the continent's best comedians.

What’s Up Africa: Can you give Hell a makeover?

Satirist Ikenna Azuike takes on the ultimate PR challenge, and other stories.

Nigeria and South Africa limp out of recession

Nigeria and South Africa have emerged from recession but their future growth remains uncertain.

Caf set for Kenya postponed 2018 CHAN inspection

Caf 's postponed inspection of Kenya ahead of their hosting of the African Nations Championship will begin on Monday.

Slot machines ‘hard to resist’ for young in Ghana

A lack of employment in rural Ghana is contributing to a growing addition to gambling.

Tiaras, halos and crowns

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

What’s behind Algeria’s 2018 failure?

Algerian journalist Maher Mezahi looks at the national team's decline from the second round of the 2014 World Cup to failing to qualify for 2018.

Mahlambi to be first South African to play in Egypt

Phakamani Mahlambi becomes the first South African to sign for an Egyptian club as he joins Al Ahly from Bidwest Wits.

Nigerian players sanctioned for attack on referees

Nine players and two officials from Nigerian club FC Ifeanyi Ubah are punished for an attack on match officials in August

Nigerian players sanctioned for attack on referees

Nine players and two officials from Nigerian club FC Ifeanyi Ubah are punished for an attack on match officials in August