The United Nations says it estimates 3.7 million people are in acute need of food in South Sudan as a result of the civil conflict there.

Libya beat Ghana 4-3 on penalties to win the African Nations Championship in Cape Town.

Ivory Coast's economy is bouncing back and it is encouraging fresh foreign investment - Lerato Mbele asks whether the country is open for business.

A memorial service has been held for BBC presenter Komla Dumor following his death last month aged 41.

Tunisia defender Aymen Abdennour has joined Monaco from Ligue 1 rivals Toulouse on loan until the end of the season.

Mali international striker Modibo Maiga scores on his debut for QPR in a thrilling 3-3 draw in the English Championship.

The Red Cross is told to suspend its work in conflict-hit Sudan, with officials citing "technical issues relating to its humanitarian plans".

Chievo Verona's Nigerian loan signing Victor Obinna reveals he did not have to think twice about re-joining the club, five years after he left.

Ousted Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi arrives at court for trial on charges of inciting the killing of protesters.

The head of Uganda's Anglican Church rebukes two UK archbishops over a letter they wrote urging Christians not to victimise gays and lesbians.