BBC Africa

South Africa's flag will fly at the ongoing Rugby and Cricket World Cups after an appeal is submitted over a Wada deadline to update the country's anti-doping laws.

He is being investigated over allegations of money laundering and misappropriation of public assets.

Allegations that Bola Tinubu's diplomas were fake went viral after the release of his certificates.

Muslims complained it was blasphemous to ask students to colour in a picture of the Islamic prophet.

Millions of chickens have been killed amid one of the worst bird flu outbreaks to hit the country.

The losses pave the way for by-elections, which could hand a majority to ruling party Zanu-PF.

Lawyers for the United Nations' Refugee Agency issue a warning during a Supreme Court appeal hearing.

Yaya Toure hopes he and his brother Kolo can pave the way for black managers.

Marathon world records are tumbling in the men's and women's races, though the main topic of conversation is not the athletes, but the role played by 'super-shoes'.

The musician's song Water has inspired a viral dance challenge on TikTok.

NBA star Joel Embiid's decision to represent the USA over Cameroon is "very disappointing" for Africa and has "annoyed" Cameroon.

Neth Nahara accused President João Lourenço of "anarchy and disorganisation".

President George Weah is facing a strong challenge from the opposition in his bid for a second term.

The authorities made serious errors both before and after last month's tragedy in Derna, the BBC is told.

Rescue efforts are hampered by flooding, forcing locals to pull out bodies with their bare hands.

The country will treat humanely any asylum seekers sent under the legally-stalled deal, the UK says.

Nigeria's Victor Osimhen scores again for Napoli in Serie A as the Super Eagle continues to fly high despite rumbling Tiktok storm.

Kenyan Kelvin Kiptum shatters the men's marathon world record in Chicago as he beats compatriot Eliud Kipchoge's previous mark by more than 30 seconds.

Helen and Baba-Jallah Epega are the creators of the world's first 'Pidgin opera', "Song Queen". They share their thoughts on Nigerian culture and why representation is important.

Al-Qaeda-linked militants have blockaded cities as government forces fight Tuareg separatist groups for control of Northern Mali.