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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.

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

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.

The Kenyan marathoner has all the running accolades he needs but is now focusing on new goals.

Police are investigating the circumstances of the death of 20-year-old Karen Lojore.

Victor Osimhen is determined to lead a "talented" Super Eagles squad to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title, aiming to overcome past disappointments.

In 1970s Zambia, Zamrock led a musical revolution. It's now back, with some big names among its proponents.

The Fulham midfielder will represent his birth country Nigeria in the competition featuring 24 nations.

BBC Sport's John Bennett gives Football Focus the lowdown on which nations are contenders to win the Africa Cup of Nations, which begins in Morocco on Sunday.

As some West African nations choose to cement old ties with France or a new ally in Russia, Togo wants both.

In a huge change to the football calendar, the Africa Cup of Nations will be held every four years from 2028 - switching away from biennial finals.

David Munyua became an instant cult hero at Alexandra Palace on Thursday following a shock win over Mike de Decker at the PDC World Championship.

Morocco has spent more than a decade reshaping its football, but will hosting Afcon 2025 allow the country to end a 50-year wait for the trophy?

BBC Analysis Editor Ros Atkins examines allegations of links between the UAE and Sudan’s RSF in the civil war, as international efforts continue to seek an end to the fighting.