Thirteen killed and parliament ablaze in Kenya protests – medics

President William Ruto vows to restore order after protests against tax hikes turn violent.

What are Kenya’s controversial tax proposals?

The demonstrations were sparked by plans to introduce a series of new taxes and raise others.

Millions of children going hungry in Sudan – Unicef

The head of the UN children’s agency says Sudan is one of the worst places in the world for children.

Malian singer detained in Italy in child custody row

Rokia Traoré has been involved in a long-running dispute with her ex-partner over custody of their child.

Deadly crush at rally as Rwanda election campaign starts

One person is killed and dozens injured as President Paul Kagame launches his re-election campaign.

South Africa edge past West Indies to reach semis

South Africa book their place in the T20 World Cup semi-finals with a nervy three-wicket win over co-hosts West Indies in a winner-takes-all Super 8s match.

South Africa edge past West Indies to reach semis

South Africa book their place in the T20 World Cup semi-finals with a nervy three-wicket win over co-hosts West Indies in a winner-takes-all Super 8s match.

How islanders are saving their Indian Ocean coral reef

Conservationists have found a way to restore a reef off one of Zanzibar's islands.

How islanders are saving their Indian Ocean coral reef

Conservationists have found a way to restore a reef off one of Zanzibar's islands.

How islanders are saving their Indian Ocean coral reef

Conservationists have found a way to restore a reef off one of Zanzibar's islands.