In our series of letters from African journalists, veteran Ghanaian journalist Elizabeth Ohene reflects on the "galamsey" phenomenon.

Kenya has opened a major new railway between the port city of Mombasa and the capital, Nairobi.

Dion Leonard and Gobi the dog became inseparable during a gruelling desert race in China.

A traffic dispute reportedly leads to a police station being set on fire by naval officers.

The Nigeria Football Federation insists that Super Eagles players based in China are part of its plans despite none being chosen for the latest squad.

AFC Wimbledon will sign Crystal Palace striker Kwesi Appiah when his contract with the Eagles expires on 1 July.

Zambia overcome a late fight back to beat Germany 4-3 after extra-time and progress to the quarter-finals of the Under-20 World Cup.

A peek at Africa's newest railway, running from Kenya's capital, Nairobi, to the port city of Mombasa.

Senegal are looking to reach the quarter-finals of the Under-20 World Cup in South Korea as they look to emulate their feats of 2015.

Morocco coach Herve Renard is shocked by Ajax midfielder Hakim Ziyech's decision to snub a call up to the Atlas Lions.

New Malawi coach Ronny van Geneugden drops captain David Banda as he names his first squad since being appointment in April.

The Chinese-funded train line is the country's biggest infrastructure project since independence.

Thousands march in the northern city of Al-Hoceima demanding the release of Nasser Zefzafi.