Algeria appoint former international Djamel Belmadi as new coach

Algeria's football federation appoint former international Djamel Belmadi as their new manager, after he agrees a four year deal.

Zimbabwe election: Army patrols ghost town Harare

Initial results from the presidential poll are expected in a few hours, as troops patrol Harare.

Why Gaddafi’s home is still a ghost town

Residents of the Libyan city of Sirte say they feel "abandoned" nearly two years after Islamic State fighters left.

Russia shocked by mysterious murder of three journalists in CAR

Many questions remain unanswered about the murder of three men shot dead in Central African Republic.

Russia shocked by mysterious murder of three journalists in CAR

Many questions remain unanswered about the murder of three men shot dead in Central African Republic.

Cheikhou Kouyate: Crystal Palace sign midfielder from West Ham

Crystal Palace sign midfielder Cheikhou Kouyate from Premier League rivals West Ham on a four-year deal for an undisclosed fee.

Egypt appoint Mexican Javier Aguirre as their new manager

Egypt name Mexican Javier Aguirre as their new manager after Hector Cuper left following this summer's World Cup.

Ethiopia’s exiled patriarch Bishop Merkorios returns

Bishop Merkorios is greeted by followers 27 years after the church split amid Menguistu's overthrow.

Zimbabwe election: Troops fire on MDC Alliance supporters

Three people are killed as troops open fire on rioting opposition MDC Alliance supporters in Harare.

Lomana LuaLua: Former Newcastle and Portsmouth striker plays for non-league Tilbury

Former Newcastle and Portsmouth striker Lomana LuaLua surprises players by turning out for non-league Tilbury FC in a pre-season friendly.