Secretary of State Marco Rubio says South Africa has not addressed US concerns over racial inequality.

Nigerian journalist and content creator Charity Ekezie believes the best way to challenge negative stereotypes about Africa is to laugh at them.

Olu Jacobs was one of Nigeria's most recognised actors, whose career spanned several decades.

Fannie Masemola had denied the charges of failing to provide oversight of a controversial health contract.

Police have not linked the deaths to a serial killer but are investigating this possibility.

Teenage brothers Olly and Seb Fisher are closing in on their dream of international recognition - but it won't come from their homeland of Scotland.

Arturo Carrera Loaiza denies allegations he was involved in meth production, the Nigerian authorities say.

DR Congo's Ebola outbreak involves a rare species of the virus and is in an area affected by conflict.

Kenya's president William Nato hails the country's successful bid to host the 2029 World Athletics Championship in Nairobi.

The mother of two young children was kidnapped in the middle of the day in the main city, Blantyre.

BBC Sport editor Dan Roan looks at why London has missed out to Nairobi to host the 2029 World Athletic Championships.

Kenya's athletics-loving population and improved infrastructure helped Nairobi secure the rights to host the 2029 World Championships, but challenges remain to ensure a successful event.

British sprinter Amber Anning talks to BBC Sport about the decision to give the 2029 World Athletics Championships to Nairobi, saying that she's 'excited' to be a part of it, whilst also expressing disappointment at it not being given to London.

Kenya will become the first African nation to host the World Athletics Championships after Nairobi beats London, Munich and Rome in bidding for the 2029 event.

A take on the hit US TV series has become an unlikely tool for Egyptians to complain about life amid strict surveillance.

Angola hopes hosting the E1 Series will boost tourism after NBA star LeBron James attends the inaugural powerboat race in the capital Luanda.

Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote says he wants ordinary people to share in the success of his oil refinery.

A nationwide appeal was launched after Elizabeth Moselakgomo went missing last week. Four other women's bodies have been found nearby.

Scientists say the record-breaking journey by three brothers offers hope wildlife can survive growing pressures.

At least 12 people are being treated for anthrax after eating infected meat from wildlife carcasses.