Somalia to print new banknotes for first time in 25 years
About 98% of the currency circulating in Somalia is thought to be fake.
Buhari's wife praises vice-president Osinbajo for efforts to create a better Nigeria
Aisha remarks come as concern is growing over health of Buhari, on medical leave in UK since 20 January.
UN accuses South Sudan of failing people amid famine and civil war
Thousands have been killed and millions displaced since civil war erupted in 2013.
Abuja airport closure stirs criticism amid fears of economic impact and security issues
Nigerian airport will be closed until 19 April 2017 to undergo repair works on the runaway.
Famine-stricken South Sudan is charging aid workers $10,000 to enter the country
Government say fee hikes aim to generate revenues to fill gap in 2016 / 2017 national budget.
Mozambique schools use theatre to promote women's rights as drought fuels child marriages
IBTimes UK visits a school in Tete, where teachers are using theatre to educate pupils on child marriage.
Panga-wielding thieves attack mother and son Zimbabwean job-seekers in South Africa
Tony and Jean Densem had travelled from Zimbabwe to apply for citizenship and look for jobs.
South Sudan's President Salva Kiir faces new rebel group waging war against him
Ex-general Thomas Cirillo Swaka creates National Salvation Front after accusing Juba of ethnic cleansing.
Amnesty International urges probe into Darfur 'chemical attacks'
Sudan rejects allegations of chemical attacks carried out against civilians in conflict-ridden Darfur region.
Who is Ousainou Darboe? From symbol of resistance to foreign minister of New Gambia
UDP founder becomes minister of foreign affairs as country enters new era under President Adama Barrrow.
Guinea arrests wildlife trafficker who smuggled endangered chimpanzees for 30 years
Abdoul Salam Sidibe accused of selling live animals, including endangered chimpanzees, rare birds and parrots.
Nigerian President Buhari's return halted as UK doctors refuse to issue 'clean bill of health'
Buhari,74, has been on medical leave in London since 20 January amid fears leader too unwell to resume office.
Millions go hungry in drought-hit Mozambique as threat of new El Nino looms
IBTimes UK visits Tete province, where World Vision is assisting a drought-stricken population.
Nigeria fears for safety of citizens living in South Africa amid xenophobic attacks and protests
Abuja urges African Union action to protect foreigners living in South Africa after Pretoria unrest.
Gambia's former leader Yahya Jammeh 'stole' money from charity he founded
Investigation claims more than $8m was paid into a Gambia's Trust Bank dollar account in the name of Jammeh.
Violent anti-foreigner march underway in South Africa as President Zuma calls for calm
March occurs days after spate of attacks targeting shops and homes owned by foreigners.
MTN Nigeria office shut down by protesters angry at South Africa xenophobic attacks
Protests erupted in Abuja after homes and shops owned by foreigners were set alight in Pretoria.
What is happening in Mozambique?
Mozambique, one of the poorest countries in Africa, is experiencing a drought and renewed violence.
South Sudan becomes first nation to declare famine since 2011, but when does one occur?
War-torn South Sudan is first country in the world to declare famine since 2011.
President Buhari thanks Nigerians for prayers during phone call with Kano governor
Nigerians increasingly concerned as Buhari has been on medical leave in London for more than a month.
Who is Yemi Osinbajo, Nigeria's vice president and acting head of state?
Osinbajo has been acting as president while Muhammadu Buhari is on medical leave in London.
What happens if Muhammadu Buhari doesn't return to Nigeria?
Nigerian president has now been in London for four weeks as speculation about his health grows.
Nigeria's President Buhari needs 'longer period of rest' in London
Leader on medical leave for more than four weeks, but presidency says no reason to worry about his health.
South Africa's decision to leave International Criminal Court unconstitutional says High Court
South Africa wants to leave court after criticism for not arresting Sudan's President Bashir, wanted by ICC.
UK urged not to move 'from stick to carrot' with Sudan following closer bilateral ties
Parliamentary Group releases report on relations between countries as President Bashir still wanted by ICC.
EU pledges $85m for famine-hit South Sudan as President Kiir vows more will be done
Hunger spreads in Unity State as war blamed for first famine declared in any part of the world in six years.
South African First party vows to expel foreigners and seal borders amid xenophobic attacks
Leader Mario Khumalo blames foreign nationals for country's crippled economy and unemployment.
Army must return stolen golden sword to restive Niger Delta says President Buhari
Return of traditional symbol of authority in Gbaramatu Kingdom part of efforts to promote peace.
War-torn South Sudan needs $205m to cope with famine until July, but funds are lacking
IBTimes UK speaks with aid organisations as man-made famine threatens millions in world's newest nation.
Somalia's President Mohamed offers $100,000 reward for information on planned terror attacks
New leader announces reward days after bombing kills 39 in capital Mogadishu.
