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Sylvia Yeko says now feels respected, even though female genital mutilation is banned in Uganda.

Riding BMX bikes keeps young kids from the ghetto out of trouble, says Nigerian rider Starboy.

The ICC says it has now released Laurent Gbagbo after his acquittal for crimes against humanity.

Fifa has requested a full investigation into match-fixing allegations against former Kenya international George Owino Audi, who denies wrongdoing.

MPs propose a constitutional amendment that could allow President Sisi to stay in power until 2034.

Walter Magaya falsely claimed that a herb-based drug had the magical power to cure HIV and Aids.

Fifa resumes its financial backing to the Tanzania Football Federation, who will use the money to develop its training and playing facilities.

Former Guinea international defender Mohamed 'Ofei' Sylla dies at the age of 44 after a short illness.

Hearts manager Craig Levein confirms that contract offers have been made to Steven Naismith and Arnaud Djoum.

Jeremy Toljan, Oliver Burke and Timothy Weah are added to Celtic's Europa League squad, with Vakoun Issouf Bayo left out.

The Confederation of African Football will consider an appeal from The Gambia Football Federation over the eligibility of Togo's Adewale Oloufade.

Ade Adepitan travels to Cape Verde to meet a man in whose front room was almost swallowed by lava.

BBC seeks future star of African journalism for the BBC World News Komla Dumor Award 2019.

Karim Hossam looked set to become one of the world's top tennis players - instead he became one of its most corrupt.

The government says the payments to ministers are to prevent them "falling into destitution".

The 2019 Cameroon's Ligue 1 and 2 begin after week-long delay as clubs reach agreement with president of the country's Professional Football League, Pierre Semengue.

Mali women's international Aissata Traore secures her first overseas contract as she signs for Turkish side Besiktas.

Club Africain coach Chiheb Ellili quits after record 8-0 loss to TP Mazembe in the African Champions League.

Investor Trésor Chovu on how African business can overcome the negative perceptions of some outsiders.

Cameroon's Stephane Mbia returns to play in China as he signs for newly promoted Super League side Wuhan Zall.