- Ivory Coast and Senegal claim places at World Cup
Ivory Coast and Senegal become the final two African sides to secure automatic qualification for the 2026 World Cup.
- Madagascar military says it has seized power as president moves to 'safe place'
The military promises elections within two years, but President Rajoelina insists he is still in charge.
- 'Biggest thing since independence' - Cape Verde celebrates World Cup spot
Cape Verdeans took to the streets to celebrate qualifying for the World Cup, with many hailing it the best day since gaining independence in 1975.
- Cameroon awaits presidential election result
No official results have been confirmed but, flouting the law, one candidate has claimed victory.
- Kenyan officer killed in bow-and-arrow attack at gate of president's residence
The attack raises questions about security at one of Kenya's most heavily guarded places.
- Family of murdered Kenyan woman demands extradition of former British soldier
Agnès Wanjiru was killed in 2012 after a night out with British soldiers. Her niece met with the UK Defence Secretary on Tuesday to demand the extradition of a former British soldier.
- Kenyan guard killed outside presidential palace, suspect to be assessed
Kenyan police have been granted 14 days to hold the suspect, who will undergo a mental health assessment.
- Palestinians welcome home prisoners freed under Israel exchange deal
Palestinians across the occupied West Bank celebrated on Monday as prisoners released under a new exchange agreement with Israel were freed from Ofer Prison and arrived in Beitunia.
- Madagascar military declares takeover following President’s impeachment
In a dramatic escalation of Madagascar’s political crisis, Colonel Michael Randrianirina of an elite military unit announced Tuesday that the armed forces are taking control of the country.
- South Africa's health minister hails planned rollout of new HIV prevention jab
Aaron Motsoaledi warned, however, that initial distribution of the drug would be limited to nearly half a million people.