Don’t forget us, says Chibok schoolgirl as third year of captivity approaches

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A schoolgirl who escaped abduction by Boko Haram calls for the rescue of classmates still in captivity.

Lagos settlement demolished despite court order

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The informal settlement was home to nearly 4,700 people, activists say.

Uganda to get security cameras after police death

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President Museveni says public safety will be "guarded at all costs" with installation of security cameras.

Milton Nkosi: Colonial tweets undermine South Africa’s opposition

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Colonial tweets by former party leader could end South African opposition party's chances of winning the next election.

First task is to audit Caf – Ahmad

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Newly-appointed Confederation of African Football (Caf) president Ahmad says his first job is to conduct an audit of the body.

Consumers demand cheaper Africa data

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Throughout Africa, consumers are complaining of what they see as exorbitant data costs, and are calling on mobile operators to cut prices. The BBC's Vumani Mkhize has more.

Malawi make U-turn over Nations Cup withdrawal

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Malawi will now compete in 2019 Nations Cup and 2018 CHAN qualifying less than a week after stating they would withdraw.

Zanzibar admitted as full Caf member

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Zanzibar becomes a full member of Caf and its national team will be able to participate in the Africa Cup of Nations.

Malian FA suspended by Fifa over government interference

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Mali's Football Association is suspended by Fifa until further notice over government interference in football matters.

Sassa crisis: SA court averts welfare payments crisis

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Reprieve for 17 million South Africans who had faced losing their state welfare support next month.