- UK humanitarian worker monitored for Ebola in London hospital
The health worker was evacuated to the UK from the DR Congo after being potentially exposed to the virus.
- Why WhatsApp usernames could upset Somalia's anti-terror fight
People will be able to chat without revealing their contact number once the new feature is rolled out.
- Ethiopian police arrest alleged leader of multi-million-dollar trafficking ring
Mohammed Tahir has yet to comment on allegations he led a multi-million-dollar ring using torture to get money.
- Protests in Italy after Moroccan-born man dies while being restrained by police
Thousands of people took to the streets demanding justice for a Moroccan-born man who died on Sunday.
- Shock and anger after top Ghanaian politician sentenced to 20 years for illegal mining
Bernard Antwi Boasiako, known as "Chairman Wontumi", was also fined more than $10,000 (£7,450).
- At least 144 migrants reported dead or missing off Mauritania
The United Nations said Tuesday that 144 refugees and migrants were reported dead or missing after "tragic maritime incidents" off the coast of Mauritania last week.
- Senegal: President faye's backing of Macky Sall signals a political shift
Welcomed as a victory by Macky Sall's supporters, Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye's decision to back his predecessor's bid for the post of United Nations Secretary-General marks a turning point after months of strained relations between the two men.
- Africa CDC urges U.S. to lift Uganda Ebola travel restrictions
Africa's top public health agency is urging the United States to lift travel restrictions on Uganda, arguing the country has brought its Ebola outbreak under control.
- Uganda launches emergency food aid for drought-hit Karamoja
Uganda has launched an emergency food relief operation for the drought-stricken Karamoja region, where prolonged dry conditions have triggered widespread crop failures and worsening hunger.
- UNAIDS Chief urges Africa to rethink health funding after global aid cuts
The head of UNAIDS is calling for what she describes as a "radical change" in how Africa funds healthcare, following deep cuts to international aid.