Women’s World Cup 2023: ‘Beyond my imagination’ – Desiree Ellis’ post-apartheid journey

South Africa's pioneering coach Desiree Ellis on the growth of women's football and leading her nation at a second World Cup.

Women’s World Cup 2023: South Africa icon Ellis on her post-apartheid journey

Pioneering coach Desiree Ellis on the growth of women’s football and leading her nation at a second World Cup.

Travis Scott insists Utopia gig at Egypt’s pyramids will happen

The rapper's spectacular show at the Egyptian landmark is officially cancelled at the last minute.

Russia-Africa summit: What can we expect?

Forty African head of states are expected to attend the second Russia-Africa in St Petersburg.

Netball World Cup 2023: South Africa ready to ‘showcase’ historic tournament

As South Africa prepares to become the first African nation to host the Netball World Cup, shooter Lenize Potgieter tells BBC Sport what to expect.

Russia-Africa summit: Putin seeks to extend influence

Russia's president is hosting a summit of African leaders in a bid to increase Moscow's influence.

Niger soldiers declare coup on national TV

The president has been detained and troops now say they are closing the country's borders.

Algeria fires: Locals return to burnt homes

Locals in northern Algeria take stock after fires destroy homes and char large areas.

Davido video: Wole Soyinka defends Nigerian Afrobeats star in Muslim row

The Afrobeats star came under fire for sharing a music video which offended some Muslims.

Niger coup attempt: President Mohamed Bazoum held

The African Union condemns an "attempted coup d'etat" after President Bazoum is reportedly seized.