Pondoland: South Africa’s cannabis growers left behind by legalisation plans

South Africa is on the brink of legalising cannabis, but many traditional growers feel left out.

Somalia hotel siege: More than 20 die in al-Shabab attack

Security forces took 30 hours to retake the building after al-Shabab militants seized hostages.

New Zulu King crowned in South Africa

Thousands gather for the traditional Zulu coronation, which saw Misuzulu ka Zwelithini become king.

Zimbabwe: Australian firm drills for oil and gas

Zimbabwe's first gas production could be led by a new well being drilled in the north of the country.

Zulu King Misuzulu ka Zwelithini crowned in South Africa

Misuzulu ka Zwelithini takes the throne in spite of some relatives and royals launching legal challenges.

Mogadishu hotel attack: Two car bombs and gunfire reported

Police say explosives were detonated outside the Hayat Hotel, before attackers entered and opened fire.

Al-Shabab: Islamists kill 12 in Somali hotel attack

Security officials report at least 12 dead after al-Shabab militants storm the Hayat Hotel in Mogadishu.

Ethiopian Airlines pilots ‘overshoot runway after falling asleep’

The Ethiopian Airlines pilots dozed off at 37,000ft but woke to land the plane, an aviation journal says.

UK insists Rwanda is safe despite torture warning

It comes after a court hears ministers were told about the country's human rights record.

UK insists Rwanda is safe despite torture warning

It comes after a court hears ministers were told about the country's human rights record.