The regional bloc, with the support of the African Union and the United Nations, will deploy troops to the country to ensure defence and security sector reform. Read more »

MTN, Africa's biggest telecommunications company is being sued by a Turkish company which accuses it of corrupt business practices in a deal struck with Iran. Read more »

Ivorian international Yaya Toure scored both goals as Manchester City beat Newcastle United 2-0 to edge closer to their first title in 44 years. Read more »

Ivorian international Didier Drogba admits his historic strike for his club Chelsea in their 2-1 FA Cup final win over Liverpool was exactly the kind of memorable moment that makes ... Read more »

Les chefs d'Etat ouest-africains réunis en sommet à Abidjan ont annoncé, jeudi 26 avril 2012, l'envoi d'une force régionale au Mali et en Guinée-Bissau pour «sécuriser» la ... Read more »

The regional bloc plans to deploy troops to restore constitutional rule to both countries and has appealed to the international community for humanitarian help. Read more »

The Nigerian troops lacked adequate equipment to enable them operate well in Darfur, said Defence Minister Bello Haliru Mohammed. Read more »

Senegal will participate in the Men's Olympic Football Tournament for the first time in their history after beating Oman in their play-off at the City of Coventry Stadium. ... Read more »

While the coup has received support from some quarters in the capital, a regional delegation is expected to arrive in order to negotiate a return to democracy. Read more »

World famous celebrities are shining the spotlight on issues often neglected by news agencies by drawing attention to under-reported conflicts in Africa. Read more »