Homesickness and visa issues have not stopped Eritrea's Biniam Girmay becoming a cycling sensation.
Anti-graft officials are accused of taking kickbacks from politicians in exchange for amnesty.
Over half of the ministers President Ruto proposed are from the cabinet he sacked just last week.
African football's governing body will be debt-free next year as a result of improved governance, says secretary general Veron Mosengo-Omba.
President Cyril Ramaphosa outlines the government's plans after his party was forced into coalition.
A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent.
Paul Kagame wins with more than 99% of the vote, showing Rwanda's lack of democracy, his critics say.
Namibian authorities are said to be unhappy at the harassment of their diplomatic officials.
Africa's pool of sporting talent could see a boom in rugby sevens, according to Springbok legend Bryan Habana.
The police say it is difficult to enforce safety for protesters who have no designated leader.
Impeached judge John Hlophe is set to lead opposition to President Ramaphosa's coalition government.
Nigeria's four-time African champion Anuoluwapo Opeyori, coached by his brother, hopes to break new ground for the continent in Paris.
Heparin can neutralise the necrosis-causing toxins in some spitting cobras' venom, scientists discover.
One of those being held in the bush was on HIV medication and had not taken his drugs for two weeks.
Anuoluwapo Juwon Opeyori grew up in Lagos, with little access to badminton facilities - now he’s a four-time African champion.
Macharia Gaitho, known for his articles criticising the government, says he will sue over the ordeal.
The story of barefoot African runner Abebe Bikila, who made history at the Games and inspired a generation.
Government promises to curb rogue building practices are too little, too late for grieving parents.
The strike could disrupt a landmark trial over a 2009 massacre.
Still reeling from the discovery of bodies in a quarry, Kenyans are trying to find out more.
Facebook
Twitter
Pinterest
Instagram
Google+
YouTube
LinkedIn
RSS