US pastor kidnapped during church service in South Africa

Police say four armed and masked men abducted the pastor in his car on Thursday evening.

Nigerian song criticising president banned from radio

In the track Eedris Abdulkareem urges the leader's son to tell his father about everyday hardships.

Why fears are growing of a return of civil war to South Sudan

With the vice-president under arrest there are concerns a political rift could spiral into conflict.

Why fears are growing of a return of civil war to South Sudan

With the vice-president under arrest there are concerns a political rift could spiral into conflict.

A simple guide to the growing tension in South Sudan

With the vice-president under arrest there are concerns a political rift could spiral into conflict.

Gabon holds its breath as coup mastermind eyes presidency

Saturday's election marks a major test for a coup leader who wants the democratic stamp of approval.

‘Perfect marriage goes on – Liverpool and Salah need each other’

Mohamed Salah's decision to sign a new contract shows he and Liverpool cannot live without each other, says chief football writer Phil McNulty

Egyptian Salah signs new deal with Liverpool

Mohamed Salah is excited Liverpool "have a chance to win other trophies" as he signs a fresh two-year contract.

Egyptian Salah signs new deal with Liverpool

Mohamed Salah is excited Liverpool "have a chance to win other trophies" as he signs a fresh two-year contract.

Tanzania’s opposition leader charged with treason

He has been holding rallies nationwide saying October's elections cannot go ahead without reforms.