Swede Thomas Dennerby to coach Nigeria’s women’s team

Thomas Dennerby, who led Sweden to third place at the 2011 Women's World Cup, takes charge of Nigeria's Super Falcons on a three-year deal.

Zambian ‘sex drugs’ land men in cholera centre

Three Zambians are admitted to a cholera centre after taking "sex enhancing" herbs which made them sick.

King Ramses II statue moved to Grand Egyptian Museum

The 3,200 year old statue of King Ramses II is being moved to the Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo.

Could broadcasting school lessons solve Africa’s education crisis?

Could broadcasting school lessons solve Africa's education crisis? The BBC spoke to a pupil in the Democratic Republic of Congo who is learning through the radio.

German Antoine Hey asks to quit Rwanda coaching role

Rwanda head coach Antoine Hey asks the country's football federation to terminate his contract, just two days after their CHAN elimination.

Democratic Republic of Congo’s ‘vanishing’ road

This road, in the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo, is part of a decade-old deal between the government and Chinese investors. But many projects remain unfinished.

Ghanaian Yaw Frimpong signs with Didier Drogba’s USL team Phoenix Rising

Yaw Frimpong is the latest Ghanaian to leave DR Congo's TP Mazembe to play with Didier Drogba at Phoenix Rising in the United Soccer League.

Ramaphosa: South Africa captured by corrupt elements

South Africa's President Zuma feels "anxious" about his future, says ANC leader Cyril Ramaphosa.

Dutch-Moroccan woman charged with child abuse over exorcism

The woman in the Netherlands put her son's hands in a hot oven "to drive out an evil spirit".

Oscars 2018: Mandera bus attack film Watu Wote nominated

Watu Wote is nominated for best short live action film at the Oscars.