Eritrea viewpoint: I fought for independence but I’m still waiting for freedom

As Eritrea marks 30 years of independence from Ethiopia, a former fighter reflects on what has been achieved.

Eritrea viewpoint: I fought for independence but I’m still waiting for freedom

As Eritrea marks 30 years of independence from Ethiopia, a former fighter reflects on what has been achieved.

African Confederation Cup: Raja, Pyramids, Kabylie, Coton Sport reach semi-finals

Raja Casablanca are the big winners on Sunday beating Orlando Pirates 4-0 to reach the African Confederation Cup semi-finals along with Pyramids, Coton Sport and JS Kabylie.

DR Congo’s Goma volcano: ‘I couldn’t save my sick husband from the lava’

Ernestine Kabuo says she was unable to carry her husband as she fled a volcanic eruption in DR Congo.

Senegal: Muslim volunteers organising funerals for the unidentified dead

Muslim volunteers in Senegal are organising dignified funerals for the unidentified dead.

Senegal: Muslim volunteers organising funerals for the unidentified dead

Muslim volunteers in Senegal are organising dignified funerals for the unidentified dead.

In pictures: Mount Nyiragongo erupts

Thousands flee their homes in the Democratic Republic of Congo after a volcano erupts near Goma city.

Ladi Ladebo: A pioneer of Nigerian cinema

Ladi Ladebo, who has died aged 78, was a passionate campaigner against looted artefacts.

Mount Nyiragongo: DR Congo residents flee as volcano erupts

Thousands flee the city of Goma as nearby Mount Nyiragongo throws huge lava fountains into the air.

Mount Nyiragongo: People flee as DR Congo volcano erupts

Residents of nearby Goma flee to safety as Mount Nyiragongo throws high lava fountains into the air.