Riek Machar: South Sudan warlord turned peacemaker?

Riek Machar has been a central figure in Sudanese and South Sudanese politics for around three decades.

Salva Kiir: South Sudan’s president in a cowboy hat

Find out about the rebel commander who became the first president of Africa's newest country and has presided over its descent into civil war.

The true cost of a dream Ugandan wedding

The desire for the perfect day has led to a boom in Uganda’s wedding industry - but these events come at a cost.

Ghanaian denied UK visa to save sister’s life

Shirley Kordie's brother Joseph is a "perfect" stem cell match and is ready to donate.

Akon to build ‘real Wakanda’ in Senegal

The multi-platinum selling artist announces his own cryptocurrency and city - both named after himself.

2018 Fifa World Cup: Why aren’t black managers invited to the party?

Only one of the 32 teams at the world's biggest football tournament has a black manager, reflecting a historical lack of opportunities for minority professionals in all levels of the game.

Cecafa reschedules 2018 Women’s Challenge Cup

The postponed east and central African women's regional championship will now kick off on July 19 in Rwanda

World Cup 2018: Nigeria 2-0 Iceland

Ahmed Musa scores both goals as Nigeria beat World Cup debutants Iceland to leave Group D intriguingly poised.

World Cup 2018: Nigeria v Iceland

Preview followed by live coverage of Friday's World Cup game between Nigeria and Iceland.

The small Kenyan town that churns out champions

Iten in Kenya has produced 30% of the country's Olympic and world champion athletes