South Africa’s Diepsloop township: ‘My neighbour is a rapist’

Vigilantes are burning rapists to death in the South African township of Diepsloop.

Novak Djokovic wins fourth Wimbledon by beating Kevin Anderson

Novak Djokovic earns his first Grand Slam victory in more than two years by beating Kevin Anderson to win the Wimbledon men's final.

Africa’s WWI effort recognised in new Tate Modern exhibit

Many events have marked the centenary of World War One - but Africa has seldom rated a mention until now.

Taxing ‘gossip’ on the internet

What has been the impact of Uganda's decision to impose a tax on social media?

Ghanaian boys use cassavas to generate electricity

Ghanaian brothers James and Kwesi Ansah use the root vegetables to power radios and mobile phones.

‘Why I keep my vasectomy a secret’

Experts say male sterilisation could be the solution to Africa's population crisis, but uptake remains low.

‘Why I keep my vasectomy a secret’

Experts say male sterilisation could be the solution to Africa's population crisis, but uptake remains low.

Tanzania’s John Magufuli says prisoners are free labour

President Magufuli says prisoners should work long hours, grow their food and have no conjugal visits.

Tanzania’s John Magufuli says prisoners are free labour

President Magufuli says prisoners should work long hours, grow their food and have no conjugal visits.