South Africa: Hopes for the future after Zuma’s departure

South Africans share their feelings about Jacob Zuma's presidency and what they hope for the future.

MLS side Minnesota United add second Cameroonian

Cameroon's Bertrand Owundi Eko’o says he is delighted to join his compatriot Frantz Prangop at Major League Soccer (MLS) side Minnesota United.

Ethiopia PM Hailemariam Desalegn in surprise resignation

Hailemariam Desalegn said he was stepping down in a bid to end unrest and a political crisis.

Hearts: Craig Levein ’embarrassed’ by Goncalves racist abuse claims

Hearts manager Craig Levein says he feels "embarrassed" that former striker Isma Goncalves did not confide in him regarding alleged racist abuse by fans.

Fortuna Sittard deny Oliseh claims of “illegal activities

Dutch second tier club Fortuna Sittard deny claims by former Nigeria captain Sunday Oliseh that he was asked to "participate in illegal activities".

Cyril Ramaphosa succeeds Zuma as South African president

In his first presidential speech, the former mineworker and businessman vows to tackle corruption.

Oxfam scandal: UN aid agencies fear backlash

The behaviour of aid workers is under intense scrutiny. Are agencies doing enough to prevent abuse?

Letter from Africa: Why there was an uproar over the name Prince

The country's births registry recently tried to prevent Ghanaian children from being given royal names.

Morgan Tsvangirai: The man who took on Robert Mugabe

Zimbabwe's main opposition leader, Morgan Tsvangirai, was best known for standing up to Robert Mugabe.

Mane hat-trick helps Liverpool thrash FC Porto

Liverpool take a major step towards the Champions League quarter-finals with a last-16 first-leg thrashing of Porto in Portugal.