Israel scraps plan to forcibly deport African migrants

The government writes to the Supreme Court that forced migrant removal "is no longer on the agenda".

Kenya dams ‘a flood risk’ after heavy rains

Some 200,000 people have already been displaced because of flooding, staying in schools or open areas.

French tycoon held over ‘Africa corruption’

Vincent Bolloré is questioned by police near Paris over contracts to run ports in Guinea and Togo.

Licence to blog: Will ‘Swahili WikiLeaks’ have to close?

The country where a blogging permit costs $900. Some accuse Tanzania of muzzling critics.

Former France and Ivory Coast coach Michel dies

Former France midfielder Henri Michel, who coached eight countries during a 30-year managerial career, has died aged 70.

‘Bin Laden’s Tunisian bodyguard’ on welfare

Concern about torture stops Germany deporting the suspect to his home country of Tunisia.

Crossing Divides: Kenya jail’s ‘mindful’ scheme aims to bring sides closer

Kenya's prisons are hotbeds of violence, but one uses mindfulness to bring inmates and warders together.

77 applicants for vacant Cameroon coaching position

Former France coach Raymond Domenech and ex-Wales boss John Toshack are among 77 applicants for Cameroon's vacant managerial post.

Ahmed Hegazi: West Brom defender will not be charged over Danny Ings clash

West Brom defender Ahmed Hegazi will not be charged after appearing to punch Liverpool's Danny Ings during Saturday's 2-2 draw.

SA Premier League promises increased security following fan violence

South Africa's Premier Soccer League promises increased security at domestic matches, following crowd violence at a Cup semi-final on Saturday.