DR Congo: Bruno Tshibala appointed new prime minister

The appointment is likely further divide opponents of longstanding President Joseph Kabila.

South Sudan refugees: ‘Civilians are being slaughtered’

As thousands flee their homes, government forces are accused of turning their weapons on civilians.

Cosafa chief Chiyangwa wants Afcon host changes

Cosafa president Phillip Chiyangwa calls for an inquiry into Caf's decision to award the next three Nations Cup tournaments to francophone west African countries.

Caf president Ahmad to review TV deal and Afcon timing

Caf president Ahmad reveals he will review the body's TV rights contract with Lagardere, as well as the timing of the Nations Cup.

Africa’s top shots: 7-13 April 2017

A selection of the best photos from across Africa this week.

Gambia’s long-time opposition UDP wins absolute majority

The party takes 31 out of 53 seats in the first parliamentary poll of the post-Jammeh era.

Sadio Mane: Liverpool forward to have knee surgery and will miss the end of the season

Liverpool forward Sadio Mane will undergo an operation on a knee injury on Tuesday and is expected to be out for two months.

Confederation Cup: Yanga, KCCA and Mounana earn home wins

Tanzania's Yanga, Uganda's KCCA and Gabon's Mounana all earn wins at home in the first legs of their Confederation Cup play-offs.

Al-Shabab dismisses Somali president war declaration

Somali President Farmajo promised that fighters who gave themselves up will get jobs and an education.

Anti-Zuma protests take place across South Africa

Protesters take to the streets in major South African cities calling for the president to step down.