Nigeria Federation admits failing to pay coaches for several months

The country’s football federation says delays in paying several of its national team coaches are “nothing to be proud of”.

French Open 2023: Egypt’s Mayar Sherif beaten in second round

Despite winning the first set, Mayar Sherif loses 3-6, 6-4 6-1 to Russia's Anastasia Potapova in the second round at Roland Garros.

Ama Ata Aidoo: Ghana’s famous author and feminist dies

Ama Ata Aidoo challenged Western perceptions of African women through her award-winning works.

UWE Bristol Zulu choir raises money for South African township schools

A choir from South Africa raised £1,600 through a song and dance performance in Bath.

Navigating the two sides of Somalia’s capital Mogadishu

Journalist Soraya Ali travels to Somalia to see if it really is how her mother remembers it.

South Africa plans law change over Putin ICC arrest warrant

Pretoria wants the power to decide whether to detain leaders wanted by the International Criminal Court.

Vinicius Jr: Lauren wants tougher racism sanctions in Spanish football

The former Cameroon and Arsenal defender urges Spanish authorities to do more to tackle racism in football, saying the current system "allows it to happen".

Nigeria fuel subsidy: Tinubu’s plan to scrap measure sparks rush to stock up

People are hoping to stockpile petrol as fears grow of big price rises due to high inflation.

Uganda’s President Museveni approves tough new anti-gay law

UNAids and the US warn that Uganda's progress in tackling HIV is now in "grave jeopardy".

Bola Tinubu inauguration: Fuel subsidy removed in Nigeria

Bola Tinubu makes a major policy announcement in his inaugural address.