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Eritrea are one of six nations to reach the group stage of qualification for Afcon 2027, having played their first games in the competition since 2007.

Solomon Ogbonna Eziko's installation as an Igbo leader in East London has sparked tensions.

Both government and opposition groups have been accused of being responsible for the deadly attack.

Victims describe how they have been targeted while carrying out everyday activities.

Ghana dismiss manager Otto Addo, 72 days before the start of the 2026 World Cup, following a run of defeats.

Ghana dismiss manager Otto Addo, 72 days before the start of the 2026 World Cup, following a run of defeats.

The raid led to revenge attacks in Jos, with 22 reported dead so far in one of the most volatile parts of the country.

Rabiu Kwankwaso joins the ADC, a coalition poised to take on President Tinubu in the 2027 elections.

Locals say the structure, in a school complex, was in use despite lying unfinished for a number of years.

DR Congo face Jamaica in a World Cup play-off, hoping to reach the tournament for the first time since 1974, a campaign memorable for the wrong reasons.

DR Congo face Jamaica in a World Cup play-off, hoping to reach the tournament for the first time since 1974, a campaign memorable for the wrong reasons.

Former New York marathon winner Albert Korir of Kenya is banned for five years after admitting to doping.

Former New York marathon winner Albert Korir of Kenya is banned for five years after admitting to doping.

The disruption in oil supplies has caused shortages and concerns in several African countries.

The disruption in oil supplies has caused shortages and concerns in several African countries.

Veron Mosengo-Omba, a controversial figure, leaves at a turbulent time for African football.

Veron Mosengo-Omba, a controversial figure, leaves at a turbulent time for African football.

Scotland continue their World Cup preparations with a friendly against Ivory Coast on Tuesday, but why is this away game being played at Everton's new stadium in Liverpool?

The craze for collecting ants takes Kenya by surprise as smugglers zone in to make a profit.

The craze for collecting ants takes Kenya by surprise as smugglers zone in to make a profit.