South Africa heartbreak as rescued circus lions poisoned

The two lions had been removed from circuses in South America and relocated to South Africa.

Morocco ‘to join Ecowas’ despite snubbing summit over Israel

West Africa's regional body agrees to admit Morocco even though it boycotted a summit over Israel.

Italy knock Zambia out of Under-20 World Cup

Zambia's hopes of Under-20 World Cup glory are over a 3-2 defeat to Italy in a thrilling game in Suwon, South Korea.

Ebola survivors

Scottish nurse Pauline Cafferkey returns to Sierra Leone for the first time since contracting Ebola there.

One man, four wives

The day-to-day antics of a polygamous South African family sets Twitter alight.

One man, four wives

The day-to-day antics of a polygamous South African family sets Twitter alight.

CEO who fled war: Draw on your inner strength

WorldRemit CEO Ismail Ahmed, who fled his homeland to study in London, talks about turning challenges into opportunities.

Tanzania confirms Zanzibar’s bid for Fifa membership

Tanzania's Football Federation (TFF) president Jamal Malinzi confirms Zanzibar's fresh bid to become a member of world football's governing body Fifa.

Confederation Cup holders TP Mazembe draw as Zesco United win at home

Holders TP Mazembe draw 2-2 at home to SuperSport United in the Confederation Cup group phase as Zambia's Zesco United beat Recreativo Libolo.

Saint George beat former African champions AS Vita Club

Saint George of Ethiopia defeat former winners AS Vita Club 1-0 in the latest round of group matches in this year's African Champions League.