France suspends military ties with Mali over coup

The French government demands guarantees about a return to civilian rule in the West African nation.

Nigeria makes U-turn on hosting African Athletics Championships

Nigerian authorities say the country will not be able to host the African Athletics Championships after all.

Nigeria’s proposed new name: The United African Republic

A proposal to change Nigeria's name has got some social media users very excited.

Margaret Wambui: Kenyan Olympic medallist calls for third category in athletics

Kenya's Margaret Wambui says there should be a third category in athletics for athletes that have "Differences of Sexual Development".

Uganda: Two summoned after reporting on BBC investigation

The editor and owner of a newspaper in Uganda have been summoned after reporting on police killings.

Macron’s blunt style may harm bid for new African chapter

The French leader tries to improve links with Africa but his undiplomatic language may get in the way.

International Booker Prize: David Diop becomes first French winner

David Diop and translator Anna Moschovakis win for the novel At Night All Blood is Black.

Muhammadu Buhari: Twitter deletes Nigerian leader’s ‘civil war’ post

The government defends Muhammadu Buhari's tweet on how he will treat "misbehaving" people.

Tanzanian MPs demand apology for ‘tight’ trousers incident

A female Tanzanian MP was told to leave parliament after a male MP complained about her outfit.

Isha Johansen will not seek re-election as Sierra Leone FA president

Isha Johansen, Africa's only female football association president, decides not to seek re-election in Sierra Leone.