Ghanaian judge to head Fifa’s Disciplinary Committee

Ghanaian judge Anin Yeboah is elected as the chairman of Fifa's Disciplinary Committee at world football governing body's congress.

Zesco secure slender win over Smouha

Zambian club Zesco United record a slender victory over Egypt's Smouha at the start of their African Confederation Cup group campaign.

Nigeria’s Chibok girls: Father’s joyful reunion with freed daughter

The head of the Chibok's Parents Association says the girls suffered hardship while in captivity.

Zimbabwe’s Robert Mugabe ‘not asleep just resting his eyes’

Zimbabwe's president, 93, has often been seen apparently sleeping during recent meetings.

Etoile impress as group phase kicks off

The newly expanded group phase of the African Champions League kicks off with a strong start for Tunisia's Etoile du Sahel and Esperance.

UK election and Africa

Do you have any questions about how the UK elections will affect Africa?

Zanzibar floods close schools

All schools on the island of Zanzibar are closed temporarily due to flooding after heavy rains.

Egypt ‘uncovers burial chamber of pharaoh’s daughter’

The 3,700-year-old chamber contained jars likely filled with the organs of King Emnikamaw's daughter.

How to play a single note for 46 minutes

Saxophone player Femi Kuti thought he had set a new record playing a single note for 46 minutes and 38 seconds, but it turned out the actual record was 47 minutes and 5 seconds.

Fragile state

Can the latest international conference help the troubled state?