Omar al-Bashir: Sudan military says it has ousted ruler after protests

After vast protests, the military says it has ousted and arrested long-time leader Omar al-Bashir.

Confederation Cup: Sudan’s Al Hilal v Etoile to be played in Cairo

The political turmoil in Sudan means the Confederation Cup tie between Sudanese club Al Hilal and Tunisia's Etoile du Sahel will be played in Cairo.

Confederation Cup: Sudan’s Al Hilal against Etoile postponed

The political turmoil in Sudan means the Confederation Cup tie between Sudanese club Al Hilal and Tunisia's Etoile du Sahel is postponed.

Libyan teenager starts weekly fast for peace

Teenager Sajeda Shareif hopes her actions will encourage peace in a country which has faced instability since 2011.

What next for Sudan and its master manipulator Omar al-Bashir?

The tidal wave of popular protest is beyond anything President Bashir has faced before.

Burkinabé music, dance and youth culture captured by photographer Sanlé Sory

Photographer Sanlé Sory spent 25 years documenting night life in the West African country of Burkina Faso.

Algeria sets presidential election for 4 July after protests

Protesters continue to call for the interim president to resign, despite the announcement.

‘Hero’ digs road by hand for Kenyan villagers

Nicholas Muchami decided to clear the road himself after local leaders in Kenya refused to build one.

Court rules Zambians can seek compensation for pollution

Villagers brought the case for compensation over alleged pollution by the mining giant.

Ethiopian Olympic protest runner Feyisa Lilesa finally gets award

An runner who brought the world's attention to a wave of protests in Ethiopia says his struggle paid off.