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Mkhwanazi's explosive claims have resulted in a suspension and the launch of two inquiries.

Mkhwanazi's explosive claims have resulted in a suspension and the launch of two inquiries.

Ibtissam Jraidi's double helps the Atlas Lionesses to a 3-1 win, setting up a last-four meeting against either Algeria or Ghana at the Women's Africa Cup of Nations.

Nigeria put in a sublime performance to beat Zambia 5-0 and reach the semi-finals at the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations.

Nigerian police officer Juliet Ukah will make history when the Professional Fighters League holds its first event in Africa.

Khaled Mohamed Ali El Hishri is accused of murder, torture and rape at a prison in Tripoli.

Nigerian MMA fighter and police officer Juliet Ukah will be part of the first Professional Fighters League event in Africa on Saturday.

Nigerian MMA fighter and police officer Juliet Ukah will be part of the first Professional Fighters League event in Africa on Saturday.

Ruth Chepngetich, the women's marathon world record holder, is provisionally suspended by the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) for a banned substance.

Critics say women's bodies should not be policed in the name of cultural pride.

The authorities said the body was a waste of money - the junta leader is set to stay in power for four years.

Ons Jabeur says she is to take a "step back" from tennis for her own wellbeing as she has not "felt happy on court for some time now".

President Ramaphosa's special envoy has reportedly been rejected by the US, in the latest sign of frosty relations.

Muhammadu Buhari’s life tracked dramatic changes over decades – and he was often at the centre of events.

Muhammadu Buhari’s life tracked dramatic changes over decades – and he was often at the centre of events.

Muhammadu Buhari’s life tracked dramatic changes over decades – and he was often at the centre of events.

Burna Boy, one of the biggest names in Afrobeats, says he didn't want his sound to be "in one box".

A Spaniard and two local people were shot multiple times during the conflict in northern Ethiopia, MSF says.

Ghana beat Tanzania 4-1 to secure their quarter-final place at the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations as holders South Africa secure top spot in Group C.

Dr Tshepo Lipholo, an opposition MP, is yet to apply for bail and remains in police custody