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.

Burkina Faso’s Bakary Kone and Senegal’s Zargo Toure move to Turkey

Burkina Faso international Bakary Kone and Senegal's Zargo Toure join Turkish Super Lig clubs Ankaragucu and Trabzonspor respectively.

DR Congo ex-warlord Jean-Pierre Bemba welcomed home

After 11 years in exile and prison, ex-Vice-President Jean Pierre-Bemba wants to run for president.