Life savers

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A key part of reducing the number of Ebola deaths was ensuring safe burials, research says.

Mauritius wins UN vote on Chagos Islands

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The UK says a dispute over the islands with Mauritius is "clearly a matter" for the two countries.

Black War Heroes memorial unveiled in Brixton

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It's the first memorial to African and Caribbean soldiers who fought in WW1 and WW2.

First war memorial to Afro-Caribbean soldiers unveiled in London

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The sculpture is dedicated to the two million Afro-Caribbean soldiers who fought in both world wars.

Cameroon’s hopes dented by Australia draw

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Cameroon's hopes of progressing to the next stage of the Confederations Cup in Russia are dented by a 1-1 draw with Australia.

Uganda’s lesson in how to treat refugees

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Uganda took in more refugees than any other country last year - mostly fleeing the conflict in South Sudan - and has been praised for its open-door policy.

Nigeria’s Enyeama welcomes Burkinabe star

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Former Nigeria goalkeeper Vincent Enyeama is pleased to see Burkinabe international Herve Koffi join him at French club Lille.

Egyptian clubs warned over Qatar crisis

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The Confederation of African Football issues a warning to Egyptian clubs to stay out of the political crisis in the Gulf.

Kenya cholera outbreak hits dozens at health conference

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Delegates were attending a conference organised by Kenya's Ministry of Health in Nairobi.

South Africa’s Robben Island to cull 400 deer

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Numbers have increased since hunting was banned after Nelson Mandela's prison was declared a museum.