Sports betting: are Ugandans hooked on it?

A Ugandan minister has warned that online sports betting is causing serious problems.

Letter from Africa: The fashion faux pas of bullet-proof vests

Bullet-proof vests can save lives but present problems if you want to be discreet, writes journalist Elizabeth Ohene.

Mane strike can’t win it for Liverpool

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp believes snow on the Anfield pitch contributed to a frustrating night as his side was held to a 1-1 draw by Leicester.

Southampton 1-1 Crystal Palace: Wilfried Zaha’s apologises for Andre Marriner dismissal

Wilfried Zaha apologises for his dismissal against Southampton while Roy Hodgson says he "can't condone" the behaviour.

Zimbabwe women raped as government crackdown continues

Six women tell the BBC they were raped by security forces as part of a government crackdown.

Ahmed Hussein-Suale murder: Ghana MP defends unmasking reporter

Kennedy Agyapong tells the BBC he regrets journalist Ahmed Hussein-Suale’s death, but has a clear conscious.

Ahmed Hussein-Suale murder: Ghana MP defends unmasking reporter

Kennedy Agyapong tells the BBC he regrets journalist Ahmed Hussein-Suale’s death, but has a clear conscious.

Ivorian MP Alain Lobognan jailed for ‘fake news’ tweet

The prosecutor said that by spreading misinformation the politician had incited violent clashes.

Cardiff City want Monaco defender Almamy Toure

Cardiff City are targeting a deal for Monaco defender Almamy Toure ahead of the 31 January transfer deadline.

Migrant crisis: UN says six die every day in Mediterranean crossings

For every 14 migrants who cross the Mediterranean Sea, one dies, a UN report has found.