Egypt declares state of emergency after deadly church attacks

President Sisi announces a three-month state of emergency after attacks by IS kill dozens of people. Click here to read full story

Holders TP Mazembe earn Confed Cup win

Holders TP Mazembe of the Democratic Republic of Congo beat Algerian side JS Kabylie 2-0 in the first leg of their Confederation Cup play-off. Click here to read full story

Happy Feet: Gumboot dancing used to educate children

The Happy Feet youth project in South Africa aims to “promote education” through gumboot dancing. Click here to read full story

Sadio Mane: Liverpool forward to have knee surgery and will miss the end of the season

Liverpool forward Sadio Mane will undergo an operation on a knee injury on Tuesday and is expected to be out for two months. Click here to read full story

South African President Jacob Zuma: Protesters racists

South African president says racist placards were held by those calling for him to resign. Click here to read full story

Belgian Ronny Van Geneugden appointed new coach of Malawi

Belgian Ronny Van Geneugden is appointed the new coach of Malawi on a two-year deal and will be assisted Gerald Phiri and Deklerk Msakakuona. Click here to read full story

DR Congo: Bruno Tshibala appointed new prime minister

The appointment is likely further divide opponents of longstanding President Joseph Kabila. Click here to read full story

Al-Shabab dismisses Somali president war declaration

Somali President Farmajo promised that fighters who gave themselves up will get jobs and an education. Click here to read full story

Gambia's long-time opposition UDP wins absolute majority

The party takes 31 out of 53 seats in the first parliamentary poll of the post-Jammeh era. Click here to read full story

A week of turmoil in South Africa

The BBC’s Lerato Mbele reports on a week of political and economic turmoil in South Africa. Click here to read full story