Mali: Ten UN peacekeepers killed in ‘jihadist’ attack

The gunmen, said to be from an al-Qaeda-linked group, tried to storm a UN camp in the north.

Sudan president defiant as deadly protests continue

Security forces fire tear gas at demonstrators calling for President Omar al-Bashir to resign.

Israel’s PM Netanyahu signs deals with Chad’s President Deby

Israel and Chad renew diplomatic ties in Israel's latest move to strengthen links with Africa.

Israel’s PM Netanyahu signs deals with Chad’s President Deby

Israel and Chad renew diplomatic ties in Israel's latest move to strengthen links with Africa.

Ngozi Ebere: Nigerian ready for ‘new challenge’ in Norway

Nigeria Women’s defender Ngozi Ebere joins Norwegian club Arna Bjomar on a one-year deal from Cypriot team Barcelona FA.

African Confederation Cup: Zamalek and Zesco United reach group phase

Egyptian giants Zamalek book their place in the group phase of the African Confederation Cup after a 3-1 victory over Morocco's Ittihad Tanger in the play-offs.

Zimbabwe protests: Crackdown is just a ‘taste of things to come’

At least 12 people reportedly died in protests sparked by a sharp rise in fuel prices.

In pictures: Ethiopians celebrate the festival of Timket

Ethiopian Orthodox Christians celebrate Timket, or Epiphany, marking the baptism of Jesus.

Could Kenya have prevented the hotel siege?

Tuesday's attack in Kenya raises questions about whether lessons have been learned from past incidents.

Could Kenya have prevented the hotel siege?

Tuesday's attack in Kenya raises questions about whether lessons have been learned from past incidents.