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Confederation of African Football president Patrice Motsepe admits to errors following the chaotic Afcon final between Morocco and Senegal which dented Caf's reputation.

A BBC investigation exposed how scammers posted social content of dogs in distress to dupe donors into giving money.

A BBC investigation exposed how scammers posted social content of dogs in distress to dupe donors into giving money.

The actor was recognised for his contributions to entertainment as well as his humanitarian efforts.

The foreign minister says the "distressed" Ghanaians registered with the embassy in Pretoria to be evacuated.

The foreign minister says the "distressed" Ghanaians registered with the embassy in Pretoria to be evacuated.

Ethiopian long-distance runner Yebrgual Melese dies at the age of 36 after falling ill during a routine training session.

Ethiopian long-distance runner Yebrgual Melese dies at the age of 36 after falling ill during a routine training session.

The home affairs minister hails the ruling as a "victory" against the "abuse" of the refugee system.

Yoweri Museveni, 81, won disputed elections in January to extend his 40-year rule.

In a first since these meetings started in the 1970s, this move reflects a change in France's thinking.

South Africa fast bowler Shabnim Ismail reverses her international retirement and is included in the Proteas' squad for this summer's T20 World Cup in England.

President Cyril Ramaphosa said he would not resign on Monday evening after days of speculation.

A fishermen's leader tells the BBC that 40 people are feared dead - either in the strikes or drowning as they tried to flee.

The French president stood up during a conference in Kenya to tell the audience to quieten down, saying it was “impossible” for speakers to be heard.

Ships have rerouted around the Cape of Good Hope since 2023 to avoid conflicts in the Middle East.

A search is still ongoing for the second US soldier who went missing during a multinational military training exercise in Morocco.

Celebrities, filmmakers and creators put up a performance at Africa's biggest night of film and fashion.

Celebrities, filmmakers and creators put up a performance at Africa's biggest night of film and fashion.

Announcing his death, President Duma Boko said Mogae was "a distinguished statesman and patriot".