The BBC's Umaru Fofana tells how diamond mining helped give him his start in life.
Men in the region are under "tremendous stress" to provide for families, a large study suggests.
World players' union Fifpro calls for Sulley Muntari's yellow card against Cagliari - given when he complained of racist abuse - to be rescinded.
After nearly 40 years in the business, one of South Africa's best-known musicians Johnny Clegg reflects on the highlights of his career.
Aston Villa striker Jonathan Kodjia could miss the start of next season after breaking his ankle in the loss at Blackburn.
Algerian voters go to the polls on 4 May to elect a new parliament amid uncertainty over the health of the country’s ailing president, dwindling oil revenues, and instability on the borders with neighbouring countries.
Former England goalkeeper John Ruddy is among seven first-team players to be released by Norwich City.
The payout is reportedly one of the biggest ever paid in Africa.
Prominent Nigerians say president should take leave after "apparent deterioration" of his health.
The assailants opened fire on a security convoy on the main ring road in the city's Nasr City area.
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