Capturing the heart of Nigeria – and Mandela’s socks

How a self-educated boy rose to become a celebrated photographer recording key historical moments.

Capturing the heart of Nigeria – and Mandela’s socks

How a self-educated boy rose to become a celebrated photographer recording key historical moments.

South Africa: Inside the township where Siya Kolisi grew up

As South Africa celebrates its World Cup victory, the BBC visited Zwide, home of their first black captain.

Blow for Morocco as Ihattaren opts for Netherlands

PSV Eindhoven starlet Mohamed Ihattaren dashes Morocco hopes by pledging international future to The Netherlands.

Blow for Morocco as Ihattaren opts for Netherlands

PSV Eindhoven starlet Mohamed Ihattaren dashes Morocco hopes by pledging international future to The Netherlands.

Ebola: Attackers kill DR Congo journalist shining light on virus

The army says Congolese radio host Papy Mumbere Mahamba was killed at home by unidentified men.

Ebola: Attackers kill DR Congo journalist shining light on virus

The army says Congolese radio host Papy Mumbere Mahamba was killed at home by unidentified men.

Landlords in Nigeria can demand $20,000 rent upfront

Young Nigerians struggle to rent decent accommodation as a huge lump sum payment is needed.

Yaya Toure: Former Manchester City midfielder sent off after 10 seconds in possible China farewell appearance

Former Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure is sent off just 10 seconds into Qingdao Huanghai's final match of the season.

South Africa: World Cup win a reminder of country’s change

But victory at the Rugby World Cup comes as the country faces economic hardship and corruption.