Young Nigerians turn to ‘value’ brands to make ends meet

The country’s status as Africa’s largest economy is under threat

Attacks on oil installations have cut production by 40% this year

Western diplomats describe UN and government response as a disgrace

Government increases efforts to stem migration from east Africa

Kinshasa authorities accused of ‘excessive use of force’ against opposition protests

Election victory gives Democratic Alliance chance to show how it might rule South Africa

Central bank aims to counter ‘persistent slowdown in private sector credit growth’

Political uncertainty threatens to plunge Africa’s largest copper producer back into civil strife

Recession-hit nation has ‘no choice’ if it is to avoid fiscal crisis, Bukola Saraki says

Fall from an African star performer to IMF bailout has prompted populist policies from both parties

Aid agencies warn that half the population requires assistance as fighting increases

Nigeria’s up-tempo music set to go global as African collaborations increase

Campaign group accuses companies of shipping fuel with high sulphur levels to the continent

Credit rating agency raises concerns about corporate governance

Country’s state-owned producer strikes deal with regional faction

Mobile service allows people to send money and pay for goods

S Africa president spent taxpayers’ money on upgrading his estate