France gives citizenship to 28 African WW2 veterans

President Francois Hollande says France owes them a debt of blood.

In-form striker Olanrewaju Kayode hopes for more Nigeria caps

Austria Vienna striker Olanrewaju Kayode hopes his impressive form this season will bring him more international appearances for Nigeria.

Life advice from a 117-year-old

It's Elizabeth's 117th birthday. Here's what she thinks is a "very big mistake".

Egypt’s shaken Copts mark Good Friday after double bombing

Islamist suicide bombers killed 45 people at two churches on Palm Sunday - the start of Easter Week.

US troops to help Somalia fight al-Shabab

The last regular US soldiers left after the "Black Hawk Down" killings of special forces personnel.

Tanzania police killed in highway ambush

Eight officers are killed in an attack by unknown gunmen, 110km (70 miles) south of Dar es Salaam.

Should Zambia ban food imports?

The reversal of a ban on certain food imports has angered Zambian producers.

Should Zambia ban food imports?

The reversal of a ban on certain food imports has angered Zambian producers.

Should Zambia ban food imports?

The reversal of a ban on certain food imports has angered Zambian producers.

Ivory Coast conflict: Gbagbo ally jailed over Novotel hotel murders

Four businessmen, including two French nationals, were seized from a top Ivory Coast hotel in 2011.