Senegal police fire tear gas at protest against election postponement
Senegal's National Assembly faced turmoil on Monday as riot police deployed tear gas to disperse protesters angered by the postponement of the Feb. 25 presidential election.
More research needed into heart health of African-Australians
Heart experts believes a health initiative focusing on African-Australians could lead to greater awareness and better treatment for the community.
Egypt, France foreign ministers discuss Gaza
In his first official visit to the region, French foreign minister Stephane Sejourne said he rejects the forced displacement of Palestinians towards Egypt
South Africa’s president Ramaphosa celebrates Tyla’s historic Grammy win
She is the first artist to win the coveted new category beating Nigeria's Burna Boy, Davido, Ayra Starr and Asake who had been nominated for the award.
Egypt sacks head coach following AFCON defeat
Egypt had gone into the competition in Cote d'Ivoire hoping to win its first Africa Cup of Nations since 2010.
Nigeria marks Chinese Lunar New Year in early celebrations
The Chinese consulate in Lagos hosted early celebrations of the Lunar New Year which gets underway next Saturday.
Togo beats Indonesia in David Cup World Group II play-offs
Togo's win against Indonesia in Davis Cup seen as a remarkable comeback after more than 20 years of absence from the world tennis scene.
Fears for Palestinians amid reports Israel plans to extend push to Rafah
Increasing concerns over the humanitarian situation in the Palestinian enclave, as suspension of funding to UNRWA by several countries further complicates aid delivery.
Usyk and Fury title fight rescheduled to May 18 in Saudi Arabia
The fight between Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury for the undisputed world heavyweight title has been rescheduled to May 18 in Saudi Arabia.
AFCON: Ivorian fans celebrate win against Mali, to proceed to semis
Reaction from Ivorian fans, after Oumar Diakite scored in stoppage time of extra time to send 10-man Ivory Coast into the semifinals of the Africa Cup of Nations with a dramatic 2-1 win over northern neighbor Mali on Saturday.