Piracy fears

A rise in seizures off the continent raises fears of a new era of maritime crime.

Wearing the trousers

Pili Hussein wanted to make her fortune mining for gemstones in Tanzania, and wasn't put off by the fact that women weren't allowed in the mines

Yaya Toure: Strong chance Manchester City will offer midfielder a new contract

Veteran Ivory Coast midfielder Yaya Toure looks likely to be offered a new contract by Manchester City.

Ivory Coast: Army launches operation ‘to restore order’ after mutiny

Troops are on their way to Bouaké, reports say, as mutinous soldiers continue to stand their ground.

Wanyama and Kane score in stadium finale

Goals from Victor Wanyama and Harry Kane earn Tottenham victory over Manchester United in their final game at White Hart Lane.

Hosts Gabon lose U-17 Nations Cup opener

Hosts Gabon open the Under 17 Africa Cup of Nations in Port Gentil with a big defeat to Guinea, losing the Group A game 5-1.

Gabon goalkeeper Ovono retires from international football

Gabon goalkeeper Didier Ovono announces his retirement from international football aged 34 after 14 years and 106 caps.

Letter from Africa: Why age is just a number in Ghana

In our series of letters from African journalists, veteran Ghanaian journalist Elizabeth Ohene reflects on why in Ghana a person's age is not etched in stone.

Mamelodi Sundowns held at home by St George in Champions League

Holders Mamelodi Sundowns of South Africa draw 0-0 at home to Ethiopia's Saint George at the start of their African Champions League group campaign.

Medhi Benatia: Juventus make Bayern Munich defender’s loan permanent

Treble-chasing Juventus exercise the option to make defender Medhi Benatia's loan move from Bayern Munich permanent for £14.4m.