The Somalis dying to get married

Many young Somalis risk everything trying to seek a better life in the Middle East or Europe - often because this is the only way they can afford to get married.

Angolan capital ‘most expensive city for expats’

The most expensive cities around the globe for expats to live in are revealed in an annual survey.

CAR violence: Deadly clashes in Bria despite ceasefire deal

Officials say bodies are lying in the street a day after rebels and the government agreed a truce.

Border feud

Tension has mounted after Qatar withdrew its peacekeepers guarding the disputed border between Eritrea and Djibouti

Zimbabwe’s Nakamba in Belgium move

Club Brugge reach an agreement with Dutch club Vitesse Arnhem to sign Zimbabwe international Marvelous Nakamba.

Liverpool complete Salah deal

Liverpool complete the 39m euro (£34m) signing of Roma's former Chelsea winger Mohamed Salah, who joins on a five-year deal.

DR Congo Kasai conflict: ‘Thousands dead’ in violence

The Catholic Church says that thousands of people have died in the Kasai region since last October.

Man jailed for dangling baby from window in Algeria

The man dangled a baby out of a window in a high-rise building to attract "likes" on Facebook.

Shola Ameobi: Notts County striker signs new contract

Former Newcastle United striker Shola Ameobi signs a new contract with League Two side Notts County.

Banda has high hopes for the future

Zambians anticipate a bright future for under-20 star Emmanuel Banda as he seeks to nail down a regular place in the national team.