Afghanistan open their T20 World Cup campaign with a convincing 125-run win over Uganda in Guyana.

South Africa's leader will have to rely on the opposition to form a government after electoral losses.

The brutal attack has led to a rare outpouring of sympathy for the police.

How will Finidi George fare on his debut as Nigeria boss in crucial 2026 World Cup qualifiers against South Africa and Benin?

As Nigerian workers go on strike one man says he cannot survive on the new proposed minimum wage.

President Ramaphosa says the result was a victory for democracy, but the ANC lost its majority for the first time.

Can the ANC, which has dominated South Africa for 30 years, reinvent itself after a dismal election result?

Brian Masaba, Uganda's captain and a part-time procurement manager, discusses his side's journey and a wish to bring "Ugandan-ness" to T20 World Cup.

Ivory Coast's Aboudia beat the likes of Damian Hirst to the top spot of a best-sellers list.

As Al Ahly Libya prepare to take on Petro de Luanda in the Basketball Africa League final, how does the competition compare to the NBA?

South Africa's ruling party is set for its worst results since coming to power 30 years ago.

Steve Barker, nephew of Afcon-winning coach Clive, reflects on guiding a club only formed in 2016 into African competition.

The ANC's free-fall, the return of Jacob Zuma and a new era of coalitions.

Mohamed Camara is suspended for four matches after the Monaco midfielder covered up anti-homophobia messages on his shirt.

The ANC vote share is on course to drop below 50% for the first time in three decades.

Esther Lungu and her daughter are accused of owning properties suspected to be proceeds of crime.

Teesside University students hit by Nigeria's economic crisis are being helped by a Thornaby charity.

A selection of the best photos from across the African continent this week.

Witnesses at public hearings in Kenya make allegations against British soldiers at a base in Nanyuki.

Marc Brys is reinstated as Cameroon boss just two days after a row with federation chief Samuel Eto'o saw the Belgian replaced.