Asylum struggle

Many refugees sent to the Baltic states later go elsewhere, creating another headache for the EU.

Nigeria’s Kanu on saving lives through his heart foundation

Nigeria and Arsenal legend Nwankwo Kanu inspired millions across Africa as a player. Now he wants to make a difference off the pitch, by improving healthcare on the continent.

Nigeria’s Kanu on saving lives through his heart foundation

Nigeria and Arsenal legend Nwankwo Kanu inspired millions across Africa as a player. Now he wants to make a difference off the pitch, by improving healthcare on the continent.

George Weah’s son Timothy signs for Paris St-Germain

Timothy Weah follows in the footsteps of Ballon d'Or-winning father George by signing a professional contract with Paris St-Germain.

George Weah’s son Timothy signs for Paris St-Germain

Timothy Weah follows in the footsteps of Ballon d'Or-winning father George by signing a professional contract with Paris St-Germain.

Nigeria’s Igbo leaders reject call for Biafra state

The pledge to a united Nigeria follows mass protests organised by secessionist groups.

Benni McCarthy: How football saved my life

Benni McCarthy, South Africa's all-time leading goalscorer, says that football saved his life and stopped him from getting dragged into gangs.

Zimbabweans donate cattle to AU after Robert Mugabe appeal

Cattle worth $1m are auctioned to help end the "donor dependency syndrome", President Mugabe says.

Can Sierra Leone sustain a women’s league?

A nationwide women's league is underway in Sierra Leone for the first time ever but can it be sustained in the future?

South Africa disappointed by Cosafa exit

South Africa coach Stuart Baxter is left frustrated by his side's quarter-final exit from the southern African regional championship, the Cosafa Cup.