Caf president Ahmad plays down controversy over Ngaissona election

Caf president Ahmad plays down the controversy surrounding Patrice Edouard Ngaissona's election onto Caf's executive committee.

Oil tanker with 22 Indian crewmen missing off Benin

There has been no contact with the Marine Express and its Indian sailors since Thursday.

Migrant crisis: 16 bodies pulled from sea off Morocco

They are thought to have been migrants trying to reach Europe from North Africa.

CHAN 2018: Sudan beat Libya on penalties to earn third spot

Sudan goalkeeper Akram saves two penalties to earn his side third place at the African Nations Championship in Morocco.

CHAN 2018: Morocco and Nigeria prepare to contest final

There will be a new name on the African Nations Championship (CHAN) trophy on Sunday as hosts Morocco take on Nigeria in Casablanca.

Sierra Leone sports minister denies interfering in FA’s peace process

Sierra Leone's sports minister, Ahmed Khanou, denies interfering in the Sierra Leone Football Association's (SLFA) peace process.

Italy attack targets African migrants

A man suspected of racially-motivated shootings that injure six is arrested in the town of Macerata.

Egypt unveils 4,400-year-old tomb of ancient priestess

The 4,400-year-old vault is covered with rare wall paintings, and belonged to a lady called Hetpet.

Ahmad challenges Cameroon to address 2019 ‘shortfall’

The Caf president, Ahmad, again challenges Cameroon to ensure everything is in place for the country to host the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations.

Ahmad forced to hold back on 2026 support

Caf president Ahmad expresses frustration that the African body is not able to publicly endorse Morocco's bid to host the 2026 World Cup.