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Nigerian journalist and content creator Charity Ekezie believes the best way to challenge negative stereotypes about Africa is to laugh at them.

Nigerian journalist and content creator Charity Ekezie believes the best way to challenge negative stereotypes about Africa is to laugh at them.

Olu Jacobs was one of Nigeria's most recognised actors, whose career spanned several decades.

Fannie Masemola had denied the charges of failing to provide oversight of a controversial health contract.

Former Tottenham midfielder Yves Bissouma has joined Ajax on an initial deal that runs until the end of the season.

Teenage brothers Olly and Seb Fisher are closing in on their dream of international recognition - but it won't come from their homeland of Scotland.

Teenage brothers Olly and Seb Fisher are closing in on their dream of international recognition - but it won't come from their homeland of Scotland.

Argentina name Lionel Messi in their squad for a friendly against Benin in October in a match which is set to be the forward's farewell to international football.

Kenya's president William Nato hails the country's successful bid to host the 2029 World Athletics Championship in Nairobi.

BBC Sport Africa's Celestine Karoney explains why the 2029 World Athletics Championships was given to Nairobi in Kenya, as the tournament will take place in Africa for the very first time.

Kenya's athletics-loving population and improved infrastructure helped Nairobi secure the rights to host the 2029 World Championships, but challenges remain to ensure a successful event.

Kenya's athletics-loving population and improved infrastructure helped Nairobi secure the rights to host the 2029 World Championships, but challenges remain to ensure a successful event.

Angola hopes hosting the E1 Series will boost tourism after NBA star LeBron James attends the inaugural powerboat race in the capital Luanda.

What did we learn from South Africa's Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series victory over New Zealand?

Kenya's Brigid Kosgei wins the women's race at the Great North Run as Eilish McColgan drops out early with injury, while American Zouhair Talbi wins the men's event.

Monaco and Senegal midfielder Lamine Camara says he is moving on from his failed £47.1m move to Chelsea.

The authorities have struggled to contain the fallout, as frightened migrants flee the country.

Inaki Williams says the time has come to bring his journey with the Black Stars to an end four years after making his international debut.

Tanzanian striker Clara Luvanga has joined Washington Spirit from Al-Nassr in a deal believed to be one of the most costly in the history of women's football - and possibly one that sets a world record.

King Oyo's family say he left a will naming his young son as heir to the Tooro kingdom.