South Africa’s ANC leader Ramaphosa urges unity as Zuma booed

The new head of South Africa's ruling party Cyril Ramaphosa vows to tackle corruption and the economy.

‘Britain is not always preferable to Nigeria’

Lawyer Aji Ayorinde is looking at swapping his life in London for Lagos.

The place where rare second-hand trainers can cost $2,000

Streetwear lovers in South Africans are buying, selling and trading shoes at the Sneaker Exchange. It's the latest craze to hit Johannesburg, and the place to upgrade your kicks.

Donald Trump must apologise for comments – African Union

The African Union, representing 55 member states, is furious over a reported slur by the US leader.

Ethiopia court jails members of outlawed group Ginbot 7

More than 30 people are sentenced to long terms for belonging to a group wanting to overthrow the government.

New homes for low-paid Zimbabweans

Will Zimbabwe's President Emmerson Mnangagwa be able to deliver new homes to low income earners?

2018 African Nations Championship: Group-by-group guide

The fifth edition of the African Nations Championship (CHAN) kicks off in Morocco on Saturday, with holders DR Congo notable by their absence.

#AfricanGangs: Communities respond to negative label in Australia

African-Australians claim #AfricanGangs label to share positive stories in a social media campaign

Trump migrant comments: Success stories from maligned countries

The countries dismissed by Donald Trump have produced some successful contributors to US society.

Nigerian army: Ian Squire kidnapper killed

A manhunt for the gang leader had been underway since he kidnapped four Britons last year.