Hosts Ghana draw on experience in final women’s Nations Cup squad

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Ghana coach Bashir Hayford draws on tournament experience in his final squad for the Women's Africa Cup of Nations which his country will host from 17 November.

Nigerian Chukwueze revels in historic La Liga goal

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Former Nigeria U-17 winger Samuel Chukwueze hails an 'unforgettable moment for Villarreal after becoming the fourth youngest goalscorer in La Liga this season.

Zambia’s Banda ‘focused’ ahead of Women’s Africa Cup of Nations

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Zambia star forward Barbara Banda warns that her country will not go to the Women's Africa Cup Of Nations in Ghana just to make up the numbers.

Cameroon school kidnap: Final four hostages freed in Bamenda

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The four hostages were not released along with the 76 students originally taken from their school.

2018 Cecafa Senior Challenge Cup called off

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The Council for East and Central Africa Football Associations (Cecafa) confirms that this year's Senior Challenge Cup will not take place.

Briton dies from rabies after cat bite in Morocco

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The individual was on holiday in Morocco, a country deemed high risk by public health officials.

Caf calls off qualifier between Kenya and Sierra Leone

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Caf confirms that the Africa Cup of Nations qualifier between Kenya and Sierra Leone will not take place because of Sierra Leone's Fifa ban.

What we’ve learnt about fake news in Africa

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Many people in Nigeria and Kenya overestimate their ability to spot fake news, an in-depth BBC research project has found.

A year in fake news in Africa

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We break down five stories blamed for spreading fear, confusion and even sparking ethnic violence.

What is fake news and how can you identify it?

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Fake news is not only news that you disagree with. It can also very closely mimic real news stories.