Many refugees sent to the Baltic states later go elsewhere, creating another headache for the EU.
Nigeria and Arsenal legend Nwankwo Kanu inspired millions across Africa as a player. Now he wants to make a difference off the pitch, by improving healthcare on the continent.
Timothy Weah follows in the footsteps of Ballon d'Or-winning father George by signing a professional contract with Paris St-Germain.
The pledge to a united Nigeria follows mass protests organised by secessionist groups.
Benni McCarthy, South Africa's all-time leading goalscorer, says that football saved his life and stopped him from getting dragged into gangs.
The cattle have been auctioned and the money will be given to the AU to promote self-reliance, state media reports.
A nationwide women's league is underway in Sierra Leone for the first time ever but can it be sustained in the future?
South Africa coach Stuart Baxter is left frustrated by his side's quarter-final exit from the southern African regional championship, the Cosafa Cup.
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