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Can Morocco become just the second African nation to host a World Cup after announcing a joint bid with Spain and Portugal?

Up to 200mm of rain could hit areas which have been suffering one of the worst droughts in history.

The group of South African singers wowed 19th Century British audiences but also faced discrimination.

Uganda's long distance champions on their 'family' ties and how they hope to inspire future success for their nation.

The journalist and aid worker are finally released after efforts by Nigerien authorities.

Half of the deaths are thought to be in children, and many thousands more will die, a report says.

Sierra Leone head coach John Keister is loving the challenge of trying to help Sierra Leone qualify for consecutive Africa Cup of Nations.

President Xi Jinping condemns the killing of nine Chinese nationals in the Central African Republic.

Supporters of opposition stalwart Raila Odinga claim the election was stolen and rally against rising costs.

Cloete Murray was the liquidator for Bosasa, a company implicated in government contract scandals.

Violence has marred polling in several states including the commercial city of Lagos.

Malawi has declared 14 days of mourning following the devastating impact of Cyclone Freddy.

The deputy president has suggested a radical step to reduce alcohol abuse - closing nearly all pubs.

Leon Edwards beats Kamaru Usman by majority decision to retain the welterweight title at UFC 286 in London.

Rescue teams continue to look for victims after Cyclone Freddy's destructive path through Malawi.

Nigeria's Kamaru Usman aims to regain his UFC welterweight title when he fights Leon Edwards for the third time.

The first elective Fifa congress held on African soil has drawn to a close - but are the main takeaways for the continent?

Twala women in Laikipia, Kenya have turned a thorny issue into a source of profit and empowerment.

Plans to stop hunters bringing body parts of endangered species to Great Britain are approved by MPs.

Cyclone Freddy is one of the world's longest-lasting storms - why was it so bad?