Sudan protest: Clashes among armed forces at Khartoum sit-in

Elements of the army act to protect protesters as security forces fire tear gas, witnesses say.

How did US and Ethiopia become so close?

The relationship goes beyond prudent foreign policy, resulting in a unique level of diplomatic and diasporic cooperation.

Why the future of French is African

Africa may save France's language from the decline it is experiencing elsewhere in the world.

Did Russia meddle in Magadascar’s election?

A BBC investigation has revealed that at least six candidates were offered money by Russians in the lead up to last year’s presidential elections in Madagascar.

Beach fitness is keeping Dakar’s elderly residents in shape

Senegal's capital Dakar is one of the most fitness-focused cities in Africa.

US tourist and safari guide freed after kidnap in Uganda

Kimberly Endicott and Jean-Paul Mirenge are now "back safe", officials have said.

US tourist and safari guide freed after kidnap in Uganda

Kimberly Endicott and Jean-Paul Mirenge are now "back safe", officials have said.

Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting sitter costs Paris St-Germain early title

Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting is guilty of arguably the worst miss ever as PSG squander the chance to wrap up the Ligue 1 title.

African Confederation Cup: Nkana beat Sfaxien in first leg of quarter-final

Nkana of Zambia beat three-times African Confederation Cup winners CS Sfaxien of Tunisia 2-1 in Kitwe on Sunday, in the first leg of their quarter-final.

Elriesa Theunissen-Fourie: Former South Africa cricketer killed in car crash aged 25

Former South Africa all-rounder Elriesa Theunissen-Fourie has been killed in a car crash at the age of 25.