Africa gets its own web address with launch of .africa

The continent gets its "own digital identity" with the launch of the domain name .africa.

Sundowns beat dogged KCCA at start of defence

Mamelodi Sundowns begin the defence of their Champions League crown with a 2-1 home win over Uganda's KCCA as the top-ranked clubs enter the fray.

UAE releases ‘unlawful sex’ couple and drops charges

The release of the engaged couple follows their arrest after the woman's pregnancy was discovered.

Sfaxien eager for return to form in Confederation Cup

CS Sfaxien hope coach Nestor Clausen can bring them success in the Confederation Cup and erase memory of a disastrous campaign in 2015.

Tanya Mushayi: ‘I want to make gender fluid clothing’

The Zimbabwean fashion designer making jackets that can be worn by both men and women.

Nigeria President Buhari: I’ve never been so sick

On his return from extended medical leave, President Buhari says he will resume his duties on Monday.

UK aid in Libya could be harmful – watchdog

Watchdog says support given to migrants in Libya might be stopping them from reaching a safe place.

Meet Kenya’s podcasting ‘sex queens’

Nini Wacera and Kaz Lucas are the self proclaimed "sex queens" of Nairobi.

Africa’s top shots: 3-9 March2017

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

Egyptian pharaoh statue of Ramses II is ‘big discovery’

Archaeologists say the figure found in water in a Cairo neighbourhood may depict Ramses II.