‘I lost my eye’

About two billion people have no insurance, but "pay-by-mobile" policies are growing in popularity.

Life savers

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

Mauritius wins UN vote on Chagos Islands

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

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

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

Cameroon’s hopes dented by Australia draw

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

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

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

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

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