McCarthy ‘nervous’ about new coaching role

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Benni McCarthy admits he is full of nerves as he embarks on his new career as head coach with Cape Town City this weekend.

Should Nigeria have a national airline?

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The Nigerian government is investing in a national airline but does the country need one?

Against the clock

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A selection of the best photos from across Africa and of Africans this week.

Kenya election 2017: Odinga supporters warned over claims

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The electoral commission says claims of a victory for Raila Odinga could be deemed illegal.

Migrant crisis: Spain arrivals triple compared with 2016

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Spain could overtake Greece in sea arrivals in 2017 as migrants find the route safer, the IOM says.

Premier League season starts: New signings, new kits, new rules

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New signings, new kits, new bosses, new rules - BBC Sport takes a look at the 2017-18 Premier League season, which gets under way on Friday.

Van Niekerk misses out on 200m gold

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Ramil Guliyev wins a shock 200m gold at London 2017 with Wayde van Niekerk taking silver - but Isaac Makwala misses out on a medal.

Van Niekerk misses out on 200m gold

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Ramil Guliyev wins a shock 200m gold at London 2017 with Wayde van Niekerk taking silver - but Isaac Makwala misses out on a medal.

Van Niekerk breaks down

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Watch Wayde van Niekerk break down during his interview with BBC Sport's Phil Jones over what he believes is a lack of respect for his achievements.

South Africa’s Mduduzi Manana charged with nightclub assault

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South Africa's deputy education minister is freed on bail after being accused of assaulting a woman.