The sisters putting Malawi women’s football on the map

China-based sisters Tabitha and Temwa Chawinga are helping put Malawi on the women's football map.

South Africa: Queues as ban on alcohol and cigarettes ends

For the first time in weeks cigarettes and alcohol sales are allowed as virus restrictions are eased.

Elephant shrew rediscovered in Africa after 50 years

The last scientific record of the "lost species" of elephant shrew was in the 1970s.

Mauritius oil spill: MV Wakashio captain arrested

Crew members say there was a birthday party on the ship the day it ran aground, according to police.

Libya conflict: Why Egypt might send troops to back Gen Haftar

The fall of Col Gaddafi nine years ago unleased chaos in North Africa, which Egypt fears could spill over.

Egypt TikTok and Instagram stars pay heavy price for ‘indecency’

They have millions of followers, but Egypt's social media stars are paying a heavy price.

Egypt TikTok and Instagram stars pay heavy price for ‘indecency’

They have millions of followers, but Egypt's social media stars are paying a heavy price.

Coronavirus: Fighting fake news in a refugee camp

These young refugees cycle round the camp in South Sudan to provide trusted information on Covid-19.

UK’s first Muslim female referee talks learning English, discrimination and career goals

In an exclusive interview with BBC Sport, the UK's first Muslim female referee discusses learning English, how she handles discrimination and her career goals.

Mogadishu attack: Somali troops end deadly siege at Elite Hotel

At least 12 people are dead after al-Shabab militants stormed the Elite Hotel in the capital.