Why fears are growing of a return of civil war to South Sudan

With the vice-president under arrest there are concerns a political rift could spiral into conflict.

Gabon holds its breath as coup mastermind eyes presidency

Saturday's election marks a major test for a coup leader who wants the democratic stamp of approval.

‘Perfect marriage goes on – Liverpool and Salah need each other’

Mohamed Salah's decision to sign a new contract shows he and Liverpool cannot live without each other, says chief football writer Phil McNulty

Egyptian Salah signs new deal with Liverpool

Mohamed Salah is excited Liverpool "have a chance to win other trophies" as he signs a fresh two-year contract.

Egyptian Salah signs new deal with Liverpool

Mohamed Salah is excited Liverpool "have a chance to win other trophies" as he signs a fresh two-year contract.

Tanzania’s opposition leader charged with treason

He has been holding rallies nationwide saying October's elections cannot go ahead without reforms.

Tanzania’s opposition leader charged with treason

He has been holding rallies nationwide saying October's elections cannot go ahead without reforms.

The Gabon strongman who stormed to election victory

Who is Gen Brice Nguema, the man who overthrew the president he was supposed to protect?

The Gabon strongman who stormed to election victory

Who is Gen Brice Nguema, the man who overthrew the president he was supposed to protect?

Unsecured penguin caused helicopter crash in South Africa

Pilot lost control after bird in cardboard box slid off a passenger's knee and knocked controls, aviation authority finds.