Medieval martial arts brings sword duels to South Africa

Meet South Africa's medieval martial arts enthusiasts, who duel with swords and armour.

Ocean Viking: EU nations to take in migrants stuck near Malta

Six EU countries are to host 356 African migrants, who were stranded at sea for two weeks.

Ocean Viking: EU nations to take in migrants stuck near Malta

Six EU countries are to host 356 African migrants, who were stranded at sea for two weeks.

Nigeria’s Paul Onuachu signs for Genk from Midtjylland

Belgium's Genk sign Nigeria international forward Paul Onuachu from Danish club Midtjylland.

Kenya northern white rhinos: Vets harvest eggs from last two females

It is hoped the unprecedented procedure will prevent the extinction of the northern white rhino.

US names Nigerians in massive fraud investigation

Eighty people - most described as Nigerian citizens - are accused of stealing millions of dollars.

Liberia’s new coach Peter Butler ‘not in it for the money’

Liberia's newly appointed coach Peter Butler insists he has not taken the role for 'financial gain'.

H&M collaborates with South African designer Palesa Mokubung

South African designer Palesa Mokubung says her success should inspire other African women.

Africa’s week in pictures: 16-22 August 2019

A selection of the week's best photos from across the continent.

Soolking: Stampede at Algeria rap concert ‘kills at least five’

Fans had gathered to see rapper Soolking perform in Algiers when the stampede happened, reports say.