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Khaled Mohamed Ali El Hishri is accused of murder, torture and rape at a prison in Tripoli.

Nigerian MMA fighter and police officer Juliet Ukah will be part of the first Professional Fighters League event in Africa on Saturday.

Nigerian MMA fighter and police officer Juliet Ukah will be part of the first Professional Fighters League event in Africa on Saturday.

Ruth Chepngetich, the women's marathon world record holder, is provisionally suspended by the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) for a banned substance.

Critics say women's bodies should not be policed in the name of cultural pride.

The authorities said the body was a waste of money - the junta leader is set to stay in power for four years.

Ons Jabeur says she is to take a "step back" from tennis for her own wellbeing as she has not "felt happy on court for some time now".

President Ramaphosa's special envoy has reportedly been rejected by the US, in the latest sign of frosty relations.

Muhammadu Buhari’s life tracked dramatic changes over decades – and he was often at the centre of events.

Muhammadu Buhari’s life tracked dramatic changes over decades – and he was often at the centre of events.

Muhammadu Buhari’s life tracked dramatic changes over decades – and he was often at the centre of events.

Burna Boy, one of the biggest names in Afrobeats, says he didn't want his sound to be "in one box".

A Spaniard and two local people were shot multiple times during the conflict in northern Ethiopia, MSF says.

Ghana beat Tanzania 4-1 to secure their quarter-final place at the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations as holders South Africa secure top spot in Group C.

Dr Tshepo Lipholo, an opposition MP, is yet to apply for bail and remains in police custody

Muhammadu Buhari, who led Nigeria as both a military ruler and elected president, died in London on Sunday.

Clara Luvanga on meeting Al-Nassr team-mate Ronaldo and how Tanzania are gaining "experience" at their second Wafcon.

Clara Luvanga on meeting Al-Nassr team-mate Ronaldo and how Tanzania are gaining "experience" at their second Wafcon.

Cameroon's Paul Biya, 92, has been power since 1982 and could govern until he is nearly 100.

A baby will be placed for adoption in UK after being trafficked from Nigeria. She may never know her real parents.