Egypt FA boss: ‘Ramadan affected World Cup’

The Egypt Football Association president Hany Abo Rida says fasting during Ramadan affected the Pharaoh's World Cup campaign.

Kenya fire: Several dead in Nairobi market

The blaze at the Gikomba market, one of the largest in Nairobi, kills at least 15 people.

The Aquarius migrant rescue ship is empty. Why?

The ship is caught in the middle of a diplomatic row, so it's been unable to do rescue operations.

Kareem Waris Olamilekan: A young Nigerian artist with grand plans

Nigerian artist Kareem Waris Olamilekan is inspired by Arinze and Michelangelo.

World Cup 2018: Senegal fans bring the party to Russia

These Senegalese fans have brought the party to the World Cup in Russia, with vibrant colours, energetic music and passion.

‘We have Africa behind us’ – Senegal’s Koulibaly

Senegal will not feel pressure when they look to become the only team from Africa to reach the World Cup knockout stage in Russia, says defender Kalidou Koulibaly.

‘We have Africa behind us’ – Senegal’s Koulibaly

Senegal will not feel pressure when they look to become the only team from Africa to reach the World Cup knockout stage in Russia, says defender Kalidou Koulibaly.

Why natural hair is empowering for women

Abena Hagan hopes to inspire Afro-Caribbean women to embrace their identities by accepting natural hair.

Surf competition accused of ‘sexism’ over prize money

Ballito Pro organisers were criticised after a photo of the winners showed a discrepancy in prize money

Keita to wear Gerrard’s number eight shirt for Liverpool

Naby Keita will become the first player to wear the number eight shirt since Steven Gerrard left Liverpool in 2014.