Congo sports minister denies they are contenders to host 2019 Afcon

Congo’s sports minister Hugues Ngouélondélé denies his country is a candidate to replace Cameroon as hosts for next year’s Africa Cup of Nations.

Cherrie: I’m not 100% Swedish or Somali

Hip hop star Cherrie talks success and identity as a black woman of Somali heritage in Scandinavia.

Road accidents biggest killer of young people – WHO

WHO report says many African and South American countries do not have sufficient speed limit laws.

Road accidents biggest killer of young people – WHO

WHO report says many African and South American countries do not have sufficient speed limit laws.

South Africa mob kills suspected arsonist

The man died in hospital following suspicions he started a fire which has left hundreds homeless.

Arsenal to talk to players over nitrous oxide inhalation allegations

Arsenal players will be "spoken to" by club chiefs after images emerged allegedly showing four members of the first team inhaling nitrous oxide.

Africa’s week in pictures: 30 November-6 December 2018

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

MSF ship Aquarius ends migrant rescues in Mediterranean

The charity blames its decision on "sustained attacks" on rescue efforts by European nations.

Senegal unveils Museum of Black Civilisations

China helped build the museum with a donation of about $34m (£27m).

Senegal unveils Museum of Black Civilisations

China helped build the museum with a donation of about $34m (£27m).