Tennis hero Arthur Ashe’s South African legacy: ‘The first free black man I’d ever seen’

The tennis champion wanted to be remembered for fighting racism, not just his sporting prowess.

Ghana’s Thomas Partey charged with rape in UK

The ex-Arsenal player is charged with five counts of rape relating to two women, and one count of sexual assault over a third woman.

Kenyan leader to build huge church at presidential office

"The devil might be angry and can do what he wants," President William Ruto said in response to criticism.

Everything you need to know about Wafcon 2024

BBC Sport Africa runs down everything you need to know about the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations.

Everything you need to know about Wafcon 2024

BBC Sport Africa runs down everything you need to know about the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations.

Kenyan leader to build huge church at presidential office

"The devil might be angry and can do what he wants," President William Ruto said in response to criticism.

Namibia halts all state funerals amid criticism of the high cost

There will be no state funerals until April 2026 - unless the president decides to make an exception.

Ghana’s Thomas Partey charged with rape in UK

The ex-Arsenal player is charged with five counts of rape relating to two women, and one count of sexual assault over a third woman.

Six stars to watch at Women’s Africa Cup of Nations 2024

From prolific newcomers to returning greats, BBC Sport Africa selects six players to watch at the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations.

Six stars to watch at Women’s Africa Cup of Nations 2024

From prolific newcomers to returning greats, BBC Sport Africa selects six players to watch at the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations.