Glasses made to measure… for $1

Buying glasses with the correct lenses can be expensive - but it doesn't have to be this way.

Africa’s week in pictures: 29 June – 5 July 2018

A selection of the best photos from across Africa and of Africans elsewhere in the world this week.

Letter from Africa: Turning Nigerian herders into ranchers

The government plans to set up ranches across the country to end land conflict, will it work?

Congolese woman charged for Trump protest

The Congolese woman threatened to push away a ladder as police tried to reach her, say officials.

Kenyan policemen charged with Alexander Monson murder

Alexander Monson, the son of a British Lord, died of brain injuries while in police custody in Kenya.

Lions eat ‘rhino poachers’ on South African game reserve

The remains of at least two people are found among a pride of lions in a game reserve.

Sherrie Silver’s 5 tips to being a great dancer

Sherrie Silver choreographed Childish Gambino's 'This is America' video, and now she gives her top tips on being a great dancer.

Yes! We have no bananas: Why the song may come true again

The wild banana that might save the world's banana crop may itself go extinct, scientists have revealed.

Nigerian healer killed in ‘bullet-proof’ charm test

A self-styled traditional healer is shot dead after a client tests his "bullet-proof" charms on him.

Tunisia open to bid for 2030 World Cup with Algeria and Morocco

Tunisia are open to the idea of a tri-nation bid for the 2030 World Cup along with Morocco and Algeria.