Mauritius President Gurib-Fakim to resign over financial scandal

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Mauritius's president is accused of spending thousands of dollars on a charity-provided bank card.

Nomadic Nigerian defender Taye Taiwo moves again

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Former Nigeria international defender, Taye Taiwo, says he is delighted with a return to Finland following his move to top side RoPS.

Nigeria’s dessert-inspired beauty products

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Entrepreneur Blondie Okpuzor makes Bath Kandy treats from unconventional raw materials.

Rebooting Zimbabwe’s textile industry

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A bank bailout gives hope to employees of Zimbabwe's biggest fabric supplier.

Kenya’s Uhuru Kenyatta and Raila Odinga now ‘brothers’

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The president and opposition leader pledge to overcome the divisions of last year's elections.

Africa’s week in pictures: 2-8 March 2018

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

Ugandan author wins $165k prize

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Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi's debut novel was initially rejected by British publishers.

Riyad Mahrez: Leicester winger says team-mates stood by him

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Leicester winger Riyad Mahrez says he has had no problems with his team-mates since his failed move to Manchester City.

Mhlengi Gwala: Thousands raised for chainsaw attack athlete

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Mhlengi Gwala is now "doing well" after surgery, an official has told the BBC.

Morocco get ready for the World Cup with friendlies against Serbia and Uzbekistan

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Morocco confirm preparations for the 2018 World Cup with friendlies against Serbia and Uzbekistan later this month.