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04.07.2025 19:10 BBC Sport Africa runs down everything you need to know about the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations.

04.07.2025 14:32 Something more realistic will replace ambitious plans dreamt up by singer Akon, officials tell the BBC.

04.07.2025 14:32 Gen Assimi Goïta is set to remain in power until at least 2030 - his term can be renewed indefinitely.

04.07.2025 14:32 The two tourists were trampled to death by a female elephant that was with a calf, police say.

04.07.2025 14:32 From prolific newcomers to returning greats, BBC Sport Africa selects six players to watch at the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations.

04.07.2025 14:32 Sudan was thrown into disarray in 2023 when its army and a paramilitary group began a power struggle.

04.07.2025 14:32 Peter Rufai is hailed as a "giant of football" after the former Nigeria goalkeeper died aged 61 following a prolonged illness.

04.07.2025 09:20 A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond.

03.07.2025 18:50 The dam on the Blue Nile has caused major tensions with Egypt and Sudan, and raised fears of war.

03.07.2025 18:50 Africa's "premier diva" has been honoured after more than 40 years in the industry.

03.07.2025 14:00 The two main opposition leaders have split from their parties to contest the next election under a new banner.

03.07.2025 14:00 His unexpected withdrawal has sparked speculation of a power struggle within the ruling party.

03.07.2025 14:00 Botswana's Keitumetse Dithebe says the lowest-ranked side at Wafcon 2024 carry belief after reaching the last eight on their debut.

03.07.2025 09:11 One year after the formation of the coalition government, the rocky relationship teeters but avoids collapse.

03.07.2025 09:11 A DNA bone test on a man who lived 4,500 years ago sheds new light on the rise of Ancient Egypt.