Wafcon hosts Morocco staying grounded – Ayane

Morocco forward Rosella Ayane says the Women's Africa Cup of Nations hosts will not look too far ahead despite reaching the quarter-finals with a game to spare.

Ethiopian migrant recounts horror of trafficking route to Middle East

An Ethiopian migrant describes the abuse he faced at the hands of traffickers in Somalia and Yemen.

Mali coup: How junta got Ecowas economic sanctions lifted

Why West African leaders agreed to drop the economic sanctions imposed on Mali after a coup.

Zimbabwe to mint gold coins to tackle rising prices

The south-east African country's annual inflation rate stood at more than 190% in June.

Trans rescue: A future refuge for those fleeing violence

Two trans women in Amsterdam are planning a refuge in Kenya for trans people at risk all over the world.

Arabs believe economy is weak under democracy

People are losing faith in democracy to deliver economic stability across Middle East and North Africa, according to a major new survey.

Wimbledon: Tatjana Maria to face Ons Jabeur in semi-finals

Tatjana Maria reaches her first Grand Slam semi-final - to the delight of her eldest daughter Charlotte - and she will face Ons Jabeur.

Ghana to contest ban and $100,000 fine for age-cheating at Under-17 level

Ghana will appeal against a $100,000 fine and ban imposed on the country's women's Under-17 football team for age-cheating.

WAFCON 2022: South Africa gain boost by beating holders Nigeria in Group C opener

Beating holders Nigeria 2-1 in their opening game at the Women's Africa Cup of Nations will boost South Africa's belief, says coach Desire Ellis.

Sierra Leone FA to investigate 95-0 and 91-1 wins in second-tier matches

The Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA) is investigating the outcome of two league matches that produced a staggering total of 187 goals.