Boks power & All Blacks of old - what did we learn from series? (opens on the publisher’s site)
What did we learn from South Africa's Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series victory over New Zealand?
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'It's like a dog set loose on us' - fear over Kenya's crackdown on foreign traders (opens on the publisher’s site)
The authorities have struggled to contain the fallout, as frightened migrants flee the country.
Athletic Club forward Williams retires from Ghana duty (opens on the publisher’s site)
Inaki Williams says the time has come to bring his journey with the Black Stars to an end four years after making his international debut.
Washington Spirit sign Luvanga - but is it a record deal? (opens on the publisher’s site)
Tanzanian striker Clara Luvanga has joined Washington Spirit from Al-Nassr in a deal believed to be one of the most costly in the history of women's football - and possibly one that sets a world record.
Algeria to sever diplomatic ties with UAE (opens on the publisher’s site)
The Algerian foreign ministry did not give a reason for the move but said it had exhausted all means.
Russia to open more cultural centres in Africa as it seeks to broaden influence (opens on the publisher’s site)
These centres will promote the Russian language, education, science and culture.
The Rwandan eyeing Champions League history against Man Utd (opens on the publisher’s site)
Rwanda forward Joy-Lance Mickels has helped Azerbaijan's Sabah reach the Champions League proper on their competition debut, and is now looking to down the team he supports.
'You're not alone in the darkness': Gambia president urges calm after violent blackout protests (opens on the publisher’s site)
The country has faced persistent blackouts since June, with some lasting up to 48 hours, residents say.
Sheff Utd sign experienced forward Ayew (opens on the publisher’s site)
Sheffield United sign former Crystal Palace and Leicester City forward Jordan Ayew on a deal until the end of the season.
When will Africa get its next Ballon d'Or winner? (opens on the publisher’s site)
Sadio Mane and Achraf Hakimi have been nominated for this year's Ballon d'Or - but when will an African claim football's top individual prize for the first time since 1995?
Wolves sign Burkina Faso winger Traore (opens on the publisher’s site)
Wolves sign former Sunderland and Aston Villa winger Bertrand Traore on a one-year deal.
The wedding photographer of Darfur: Focusing on love in Sudan's war (opens on the publisher’s site)
Having fled Sudan's besieged city of el-Fasher, a photographer turn his lens on more positive aspects of life.
Nigerian academic on rags to riches: 'Nothing good was supposed to come out of me' (opens on the publisher’s site)
David Etor grew up in poverty in Nigeria, but now teaches engineering at the University of Bristol
When Man City call you don't say no - Ndiaye (opens on the publisher’s site)
New £60m Manchester City signing Iliman Ndiaye says playing in the Champions League is where he belongs.
What different world maps get right - and what they get wrong (opens on the publisher’s site)
As the UN adopts a new world map to reflect Africa's true size, let's take a closer look at what different maps get right and wrong.
South Africa beat Zimbabwe to win T20 tri-series final - scorecard (opens on the publisher’s site)
Latest scorecard from the Twenty20 tri-series final between South Africa and Zimbabwe in Windhoek.
South Africa finish strongly to take 2-1 series lead against All Blacks (opens on the publisher’s site)
South Africa eventually overpower a spirited New Zealand as the world champions came on strong in the final quarter in Soweto to take a 2-1 series lead.
Is Russia proving better at protecting friends than fighting enemies in West Africa? (opens on the publisher’s site)
Russian forces were brought in to help defeat jihadists but they also defend the military leadership in Niger.
Kenya's Sichenje out for season with knee injury (opens on the publisher’s site)
Charlton Athletic defender Collins Sichenje is set to miss the remainder of the 2026-27 season with a knee injury.
Liverpool target Minteh can still get dream move - Hurzeler (opens on the publisher’s site)
Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler says Yankuba Minteh can still "fulfil his dream" move in future after the Seagulls turned down Liverpool's offers for the winger.
Kenya's chai lovers are not happy as the nation's cows run dry (opens on the publisher’s site)
Supermarket shelves are emptying, sellers are rationing supplies and prices are rising.
Pretorius century gives SA narrow win over Namibia - T20 tri-series scorecard (opens on the publisher’s site)
Latest scorecard from the Twenty20 tri-series match between Namibia and South Africa in Windhoek.
Tebogo says late mother 'always there' ahead of emotional return to Budapest (opens on the publisher’s site)
Letsile Tebogo says his late mother is always with him "in spirit" as he prepares to run in Budapest, the city where she watched him make history for Botswana and Africa.
Sharpeville massacre survivors start legal fight for justice in South Africa (opens on the publisher’s site)
At least 69 people were shot dead in 1960 but no-one has been prosecuted and victims want restitution.