Kenya Deputy President Ruto: The president and I are not enemies

Kenya's Deputy President William Ruto insists that he and President Kenyatta "just see politics differently".

Timbuktu manuscripts: Mali’s ancient documents captured online

The thousands of manuscripts contain centuries of African writing on maths, medicine and more.

Asisat Oshoala: Nigeria forward signs new Barcelona contract until 2024

Nigeria international Asisat Oshoala extends her deal with La Liga and Women's Champions League holders Barcelona until 2024.

Boda-Boda: The enduring menace of Kenya’s motorbike taxis

A video of a woman driver being assaulted by motorbike taxi riders sparks renewed calls for action.

Ros Atkins on… food price rises and the Ukraine war

Ros Atkins looks at why global food price rises appear inevitable as a consequence of Russia invading Ukraine.

Justice Christopher: Nigeria World Cup player dies aged 40

Justice Christopher, who played for Nigeria against England at the 2002 World Cup, has died suddenly at the age of 40.

Namibian LGBTQ+ model Gracia Kibangu: ‘I had to live my truth’

Namibian Gracia Kibangu says she came out as queer during a beauty contest to live her truth.

Zimbabwe clinics struggle for nurses after exodus to the UK

With large numbers of nurses emigrating, patient care is suffering as there are not enough staff.

Women in STEM: I couldn’t find work because I’m a woman

Software developer Angela Mugo changed her line of work after repeatedly being denied a job as an electrical engineer.

Victor Moses: Nigeria boss Augustine Eguavoen hopes winger will return

Nigeria coach Augustine Eguavoen wants to persuade former Chelsea winger Victor Moses to return to international football.