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Zimbabwe's president launches a new investigation into ethnic massacres of the 1980s.

Media reports say at least 17 students lost their lives and more than 100 other are trapped in the rubble.

His resignation comes a day after the Kenyan president sacked most of his cabinet.

Both Equatorial Guinea and Morocco tried to persuade the Spanish-born teenage sensation to play for them.

Both Equatorial Guinea and Morocco tried to persuade the Spanish-born teenage sensation to play for them.

Authorities impose curfew in the volatile Tillaberi region after inmates escape from a major prison.

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

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

South Africa split after new sports minister announces end to government funding for country’s most recognisable supporters.

Misinformation about a European Union partnership pact has whipped up hostility towards the gay community.

The military-led country becomes the latest in Africa to crack down on LGBT rights despite Western pressure.

Biniam Girmay sprints to his third victory on stage 12 of the Tour de France.

Air quality sensors have been installed in sports facilities in six African countries to help athletes deal with increased pollution.

Air quality sensors have been installed in sports facilities in six African countries to help athletes deal with increased pollution.

Thousands are thinking of leaving their country - but know they will miss many things about home.

Thousands are thinking of leaving their country - but know they will miss many things about home.

PFL Africa will launch in 2025 with heavyweight star Francis Ngannou named as chairman of the new MMA league.

Dozens of students are still missing after being abducted in Ethiopia's kidnapping hotspot a week ago.

Dozens of students are still missing after being abducted in Ethiopia's kidnapping hotspot a week ago.

Nations Cup-winning coach Emerse Fae believes a change from the current two-year cycle might benefit players and organisers.