Public schools in Kenya are closed following a government order in response to a three-week teachers' strike for a 50% pay rise.

Ethiopian capital Addis Ababa has launched a modern urban commuter rail service

The Egyptian village which keeps sending its sons to Italy

Countries around the world are striving to tighten their borders, often increasing dangers for migrants

Ishumael Mhike, who was left paralysed after a robbery, now makes amazing artworks from rubbish.

DR Congo international Paul-Jose M'Poku fractures his cheekbone as his Italian side Chievo lose 1-0 to Inter Milan.

TP Mazembe's striker Mbwana Samatta hopes to become one of the first Tanzanians in a top European league.

The leader of Thursday's coup in Burkina Faso insists on staying on until elections, despite calls from foreign mediators on him to stand down.

Young South African dancer Leroy Mokgatle was the winner of the gold medal at the prestigious International Ballet Competition.

Rugby World Cup 2015: Reaction to Japan's surprise win in its Rugby World Cup match against two-time world champions South Africa.

The military coup in Burkina Faso is close to being ended, according to African mediators working there.

A simple system of coloured paper strips is being used in Malawi to stop children with serious illness being left at the back of the queue.

Karne Hesketh scores a dramatic last-minute try as Japan beat South Africa in arguably the biggest upset in rugby history.

Nigeria's Odion Ighalo scores twice as Watford's second successive victory continues Newcastle's winless start to the season

Sierra Leone international Kei Kamara revels in the 'best form' of his life, as he heads the MLS scoring chart with 20 goals.