We are chasing Ebola virus – it is ahead of us, WHO warns
The latest Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo began at least three months before it was officially declared…
Kenya bids to host 2029 World Athletics Championships
Kenya has submitted an official bid to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships as it seeks to become the first…
Battle for Mali base has killed dozens of militants, army says
The authorities in Mali say their soldiers killed dozens of militant Islamists as they repelled an attack on a military…
Nigeria ‘still have hope’ for 2027 World Cup spot
Goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie says Nigeria have to “go back to the drawing board” after missing out on automatic qualification for…
Evidence that South African special forces murdered top detective shared with BBC
When Mathipa was assigned to the case a month later, he issued a subpoena to special forces to force them…
African quartet secure Women’s World Cup places
Algeria, Morocco, Cameroon and Malawi have all qualified for the 2027 Women’s World Cup in Brazil. The Women’s Africa Cup…
Nigerian army says it safely rescued 33 people kidnapped by gunmen
Nigeria’s army has said it safely rescued 33 people after they were kidnapped by armed men while travelling through the…
Nigeria’s mass wedding – and how telling lovers from fraudsters is proving tricky
The state government has spent approximately 1m naira ($735; £544) on each participating couple. According to the Hisbah, the support…
Coventry sign Ghana’s Yirenkyi for record fee
Premier League newcomers Coventry City have completed the club-record signing of Ghana midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi. The 20-year-old has signed a…
Barca cancel friendly in Morocco after Ceuta border crisis
Barcelona have cancelled a pre-season friendly in Morocco because of the ongoing border crisis in Ceuta. The Spanish champions were…