A third of tropical African plants face extinction

An assessment shows rapid loss of trees, shrubs and herbs in countries such as Ethiopia and Tanzania.

Why Seychelles has world’s worst heroin problem

The Indian Ocean archipelago suffers from the highest rate of heroin abuse in the world, but policy makers are hopeful that rehabilitation will curb addiction.

Jose Mourinho: Tottenham’s new manager says he will bring passion and happiness

New Tottenham manager Jose Mourinho promises to bring "passion" and "happiness" to the club.

Nigeria federation boss Pinnick blames investigations for failures

Football federation (NFF) president Amaju Pinnick says corruption investigations are behind Nigeria's international failures at various levels.

Nigeria federation boss Pinnick blames investigations for failures

Football federation (NFF) president Amaju Pinnick says corruption investigations are behind Nigeria's international failures at various levels.

Jose Mourinho at Tottenham: Is Mauricio Pochettino’s replacement the right man?

As Jose Mourinho returns to Premier League management, BBC Sport's Phil McNulty looks at whether the Portuguese is the right fit for Tottenham.

Jose Mourinho at Tottenham: Is Mauricio Pochettino’s replacement the right man?

As Jose Mourinho returns to Premier League management, BBC Sport's Phil McNulty looks at whether the Portuguese is the right fit for Tottenham.

Ethiopia referendum: Sidama poll could test Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed

A referendum on the creation of a new region will see if ethnic rivalries can be solved at the ballot box.

2019 U-23 Africa Cup of Nations: Egypt, Ivory Coast grab Olympic spots

Beaten semi-finalists South Africa and Ghana have one last chance to make it to the games in Tokyo.

Letter from Africa: Zimbabwe, the land where cash barons thrive

The authorities are battling to cap inflation as the Zimbabwean dollar is reintroduced.