Tanzanian artist who burnt president’s picture freed

Activists lead social media users to raise $2,000 needed for the artist's fine.

Search goes on for Moroccan footballers lost at sea

Two players from top-flight club Ittihad Tanger have been missing since going on a yacht excursion on Saturday.

Search goes on for Moroccan footballers lost at sea

Two players from top-flight club Ittihad Tanger have been missing since going on a yacht excursion on Saturday.

South African football star held up at gunpoint

Portia Modise appeals to fans to help get her car back after being robbed outside her home in Soweto.

South African football star held up at gunpoint

Portia Modise appeals to fans to help get her car back after being robbed outside her home in Soweto.

Liberian president cuts his salary by 40%

President Boakai says the move is intended to show "solidarity" with Liberians who are struggling financially.

Liberian president cuts his salary by 40%

President Boakai says the move is intended to show "solidarity" with Liberians who are struggling financially.

Payout for widow of Pakistani journalist killed by Kenyan police

Arshad Sharif was an outspoken TV anchor who fled Pakistan after receiving death threats.

West African bloc risks ‘disintegration’ if juntas quit

The military leaders of Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso say they are leaving Ecowas and forming a new alliance.

Accused of witchcraft then murdered for land

A Kenyan coastal region has seen a spate of murders, supposedly over witchcraft but really over land.