The fallout from Nigeria’s spectacular $25m museum and the Benin Bronzes
Nigeria’s stunning new Museum of West African Art (Mowaa) finds itself in the crosshairs of local power politics.
French relief as Algeria frees jailed novelist at centre of diplomatic crisis
Almost a year to the day after Boualem Sansal was arrested, the Algerian president grants him a pardon.
Ramaphosa says ‘boycott politics doesn’t work’ over Trump’s decision to skip G20 summit
Trump said it was a "total disgrace" that South Africa was hosting this month's summit.
Nigerians praise young soldier for standing up to powerful minister
The confrontation struck a chord with many Nigerians because of Nyesom Wike's political stature.
‘His aura is amazing’ – Iwobi on Aubameyang
Speaking before Nigeria face Gabon in African play-offs for the World Cup, Alex Iwobi says Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang was his "big brother" at Arsenal.
At least six die in crush at Ghana military recruitment event
Thousands had turned up to El-Wak stadium, in the capital Accra, with hopes of being enlisted.
Nigeria boycott training before World Cup play-off
Nigeria players refused to train ahead of their crucial 2026 World Cup play-off against Gabon in a row over outstanding payments.
Nigeria boycott training before World Cup play-off
Nigeria players refused to train ahead of their crucial 2026 World Cup play-off against Gabon in a row over outstanding payments.
From YouTube team to the Prem: Ndiaye’s unusual run to the top
The French-born footballer did not have an easy run on his way to the top, with numerous clubs rejecting him.
Brothers charged with South African rapper’s murder after extradition
The Ndimande brothers returned after a lengthy battle to block their extradition from Eswatini.