Gay rugby player will not be deported to Kenya

Ken Macharia feared for his safety in Kenya, where homosexuality is illegal.

Morocco and Rwanda used Israeli spyware – leaks

Israeli tech firm NSO denies media reports that its software has been sold to authoritarian regimes.

Tokyo Olympics: Zambia’s Copper Queens out to shine despite dented preparations

Zambia's Copper Queens are aiming to continue defying the odds as they represent Africa in women's football at the Tokyo Olympics.

Nigeria’s security crises – five different threats

Almost every part of Nigeria is facing a security crisis - from kidnapping to extremist insurgencies.

Esraa Abdel Fattah: Egyptian activist released from prison

Esraa Abdel Fattah earned the moniker "Facebook Girl" for her role in the 2011 revolution.

South Africa looting: Clean-up to mark Nelson Mandela Day

People were urged to honour the anti-apartheid hero's legacy by rebuilding after riots left 212 dead.

SA athletes first to have Covid at Olympic village

Two South Africa footballers test positive for Covid-19 in the Olympic village, while eight Team GB athletes and staff are cleared to resume training.

Kenyan fuel tanker explodes killing at least 13

People rushed to the scene of the crash to siphon petrol when the explosion occurred.

Abir Moussi: The Tunisian MP who was slapped but not beaten

Abir Moussi uses a megaphone in parliament and gets death threats but many say her voice is crucial.

Joshi is swapping life in captivity for a new start in the jungle

After a lifetime in captivity, Joshi is going to live in the jungle in Congo-Brazzaville.