• Africa

Can lightning strike twice? Cape Verde set for Wafcon debut

abnadminJuly 28, 2026

After the men’s success at the World Cup, Cape Verde should not be underestimated on their Women’s Africa Cup of Nations debut, forward Sandra Martins warns.

• Africa

Are some soldiers colluding with Nigeria’s criminal gangs? A recent arrest prompts questions

abnadminJuly 27, 2026

A private’s detention reignites concerns that troops are contributing to the country’s security challenges.

• Africa

South Africa investigates death of Nigerian who collapsed during arrest

abnadminJuly 27, 2026

Initial reports from a post-mortem said he had “abrasions on his back and chest”, investigators say.

• Africa

US deports Kenyan former NFL player Daniel Adongo

abnadminJuly 27, 2026

The authorities say the ex-sportsman had overstayed his visa and had been arrested multiple times.

• Africa

Diomande agrees Real Madrid terms as PSG step away

abnadminJuly 27, 2026

RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande agrees personal terms with Real Madrid after Paris St-Germain withdraw their interest.

• Africa

The notorious Cameroonian prison with its own record label

abnadminJuly 26, 2026

New Bell’s inmates have become mini stars, recording songs and music videos from the confines of the jail.

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African para-athletes praise Commonwealth Games inclusivity

abnadminJuly 25, 2026

Africans competing in Glasgow say the inclusive nature of the Games’ schedule is helping change attitudes towards disability on the continent.

• Africa

Seven stars to watch at Wafcon 2026 and why

abnadminJuly 24, 2026

As the biggest ever Women’s Africa Cup of Nations gets ready for kick-off, BBC Sport Africa picks seven players to keep an eye on in Morocco.

• Africa

Nigeria’s president approves largest military expansion in recent times

abnadminJuly 24, 2026

The government is under intense pressure to tackle a slew of armed groups, many of whom attack civilians.

• Africa

Senegal appeal date set after Afcon win overturned

abnadminJuly 24, 2026

The Court of Arbitration for Sport sets a date for a hearing over Senegal’s appeal against being stripped of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title.