Nigerian entrepreneurs transform crop waste into clean fuel

Three Nigerian students hope their technology can stop thousands of deaths from charcoal cooking.

FW de Klerk and the South African row over apartheid and crimes against humanity

A row over comments by South Africa's last white president, FW de Klerk, reopens old wounds.

Libya conflict: EU agrees new patrols to stop arms flow

The EU aims to enforce a UN arms embargo but remains concerned about migrant boats from Libya.

Libya conflict: EU agrees new patrols to stop arms flow

The EU aims to enforce a UN arms embargo but remains concerned about migrant boats from Libya.

Niger aid stampede: At least 20 killed in Diffa

Ten others were injured as people queued for food and money in the southern town of Diffa, reports say.

Nigeria assistant coach: NFF boss defends Joseph Yobo appointment

Nigeria Football Federation president Amaju Pinnick defends the choice of Joseph Yobo as assistant coach of the Super Eagles, amid a huge public outcry over his appointment.

Mugabe and Moi: The legacy of a dying African generation

The ex-presidents of Zimbabwe and Kenya shared a history and some leadership traits, writes Brian Hungwe.

Kizito Mihigo: Singer found dead in Rwandan police cell

The singer was arrested near the border with Burundi and accused of attempting to flee the country.

Everton end shirt partnership agreement with SportPesa

Everton confirm they are to end their shirt partnership agreement with Kenyan betting firm SportPesa at the end of the season.

Nikita Pearl Waligwa: Queen of Katwe stars pay tribute

Nikita Pearl Waligwa had been diagnosed with a brain tumour and died in Uganda at the age of 15.