The Nigerians 'killed like insects' in a massacre

A court in DR Congo imposes a life sentence on a joint UK-Norwegian national for killing a fellow convict in jail.

The Malawians learning to eat maize porridge with chopsticks

The Zambian FA and three Zambia clubs are fined by Fifa for breaking international transfer rules.

Popular slang word "tweaa" is banned in Ghana's parliament after politicians use it in the chamber.

Fit-again Hull City forward Sone Aluko insists he has not given up hope of going to the World Cup with Nigeria.

Egypt's commitment to press freedom on trial

Egypt's Al Ahly must overcome poor form if they are to beat Tunisians CS Sfaxien and win their Super Cup on Thursday.

There are reports of a "massive" attack in northern Nigeria a day after a presidential spokesman said the army was "winning the war" against militants.

Kenyan donkey abattoir feeds Chinese meat needs

Libyans will take to the polls later this week to elect an assembly of 60 people - equally representing the three regions of the country.

Frenchman Michel Dussuyer is reappointed as Guinea coach, just two months after his last contract with the national team expired.

Waiting for peace dividend a year after Islamists ousted

David Reid travels to Agbogbloshie, Ghana to meet the people who make a living from sorting toxic e-waste.