Coronavirus in Africa: Concern grows over third wave of infections

The WHO is worried about a third wave in African countries, many of which lag behind in vaccinations.

Coronavirus lockdown: Zimbabwe’s political and economic crisis

Zimbabwe's lockdown measures to combat the spread of coronavirus have led to economic and political crisis.

Swedish ref’s career is ‘over’ after racist remarks to Guinean

A Swedish football referee admits his career is 'effectively' over following his suspension for racist remarks aimed at Guinea's Aly Keita.

Swedish ref’s career is ‘over’ after racist remarks to Guinean

A Swedish football referee admits his career is 'effectively' over following his suspension for racist remarks aimed at Guinea's Aly Keita.

Coronavirus: The plant some thought could cure Covid-19

The Madagascan president had suggested the Lengana plant would cure the disease.

Coronavirus: The plant some thought could cure Covid-19

The Madagascan president had suggested the Lengana plant would cure the disease.

Viewpoint: What Donald Trump gets wrong about Somalia

Somalia has been caught up in the US election campaign thanks to Donald Trump, writes Ismail Einashe.

Italy migrant crisis: 180 migrants allowed off rescue ship

After days of stand-off the passengers, who include children, will be taken into quarantine in Sicily.

Hachalu Hundessa: Ethiopia singer’s death unrest killed 166

Protests over the killing of Hachalu Hundessa spread from Oromia, where he was seen as a hero.

Katsina: The motorcycle bandits terrorising northern Nigeria

Insecurity has worsened in the north-west as kidnapping for ransom becomes a lucrative trade.