Dozens of migrants die in shipwreck off Libya – UN

The UN reports the deaths of at least 45 people in the largest shipwreck off Libya's coast this year.

Jose Clayton: The Brazilian footballer who is more at home in Tunisia

Brazil-born Jose Clayton is 'in love with Tunisia' and still lives there more than 25 years after moving to North Africa to play football.

Jose Clayton: The Brazilian footballer who is more at home in Tunisia

Brazil-born Jose Clayton is 'in love with Tunisia' and still lives there more than 25 years after moving to North Africa to play football.

Body of Sudanese migrant found on French beach

French politicians believe the Sudanese 16-year-old was trying to cross the English Channel to the UK.

Mali coup: Military promises elections after ousting president

President Keïta announced his resignation on Tuesday after being detained by soldiers.

Mali coup: military promises elections after coup

President Ibrahim Boubacar Keïta announced his resignation on Tuesday after being detained by soldiers.

Mauritius oil spill: Satellite images show removal operation

Satellite images capture tug boats trying to remove the broken vessel, which spilled tonnes of oil.

Tanzanite miners find $5m worth of gems in three months

A small-scale Tanzanian mining company finds three of the rare gemstones in as many months.

Mali coup: President quits after soldiers mutiny

Ibrahim Boubacar Keïta steps down in a televised address, asking: "Do I really have a choice?"

Mpape Crushed Rock: Nigerians flock to new beauty spot

Nigeria's Mpape Crushed Rock is an unlikely tourist sensation for fun-seekers near the capital, Abuja.