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The decision has been condemned by Somalia, Egypt, Turkey and Djibouti, who call it a dangerous precedent.

An official involved with the World Cup Pride Match says there has been no contact from Fifa about their plans, despite the Egyptian FA's complaint.

The US president accuses the group of killing Christians, as Nigeria’s foreign minister tells the BBC the strikes were a "joint operation" and "nothing to do" with religion.

Sporting great Eliud Kipchoge says his plan to run marathons on seven different continents is about purpose, not records.

Sporting great Eliud Kipchoge says his plan to run marathons on seven different continents is about purpose, not records.

Another 35 people were injured in the explosion during evening prayers in the city of Maiduguri, police say.

Preliminary investigations revealed the motive could be linked to illegal mining turf wars, police said.

Lawmakers unanimously approve a law, which demands an apology and reparations from the former colonial power.

A drought has led to water being rationed in Dar es Salaam, with taps sometimes dry for weeks.

Sudan's participation in the Africa Cup of Nations is "bringing hope" to the country amid its civil war, forward Abobaker Eisa says.

Sudan's participation in the Africa Cup of Nations is "bringing hope" to the country amid its civil war, forward Abobaker Eisa says.

Mozambique believe they can reach the knockout stage at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, according to former international Manuel Bucuane.

Allegations of graft and political interference in the police have been aired at public hearings.

Allegations of graft and political interference in the police have been aired at public hearings.

Antoine Semenyo is set to make a final decision on his future with Manchester City in advanced talks over a January move for the Bournemouth forward.

As he competes at Afcon 2025 with Burkina Faso, Dango Ouattara says Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa inspired him to become the latest African to star for Brentford.

As he competes at Afcon 2025 with Burkina Faso, Dango Ouattara says Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa inspired him to become the latest African to star for Brentford.

Signal was earlier lost with a jet that took off from Ankara with Gen Mohammed Ali Ahmed al-Haddad and four others on board.

Jane Ansah is going in a private capacity but reports about the cost and entourage have riled people up.

The victims, including women and children, were ambushed on their way to a religious festival.