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17.09.2026 08:00 Fannie Masemola had denied the charges of failing to provide oversight of a controversial health contract.

17.09.2026 03:40 Police have not linked the deaths to a serial killer but are investigating this possibility.

16.09.2026 23:41 Arturo Carrera Loaiza denies allegations he was involved in meth production, the Nigerian authorities say.

16.09.2026 19:20 Vini Jnr, Mbappe and Konate cover up Ceuta message of support ahead of Real Madrid's match against Elche.

16.09.2026 14:40 Argentina name Lionel Messi in their squad for a friendly against Benin in October in a match which is set to be the forward's farewell to international football.

16.09.2026 10:41 Kenya's athletics-loving population and improved infrastructure helped Nairobi secure the rights to host the 2029 World Championships, but challenges remain to ensure a successful event.

16.09.2026 06:40 Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote says he wants ordinary people to share in the success of his oil refinery.

16.09.2026 02:10 BBC Sport Africa's Celestine Karoney explains why the 2029 World Athletics Championships was given to Nairobi in Kenya, as the tournament will take place in Africa for the very first time.

15.09.2026 21:50 Kenya's president William Nato hails the country's successful bid to host the 2029 World Athletics Championship in Nairobi.

15.09.2026 17:31 Former Tottenham midfielder Yves Bissouma is on the verge of joining Ajax on an initial deal that runs until the end of the season.

15.09.2026 12:50 A take on the hit US TV series has become an unlikely tool for Egyptians to complain about life amid strict surveillance.

15.09.2026 08:40 A nationwide appeal was launched after Elizabeth Moselakgomo went missing last week. Four other women's bodies have been found nearby.

15.09.2026 04:40 Scientists say the record-breaking journey by three brothers offers hope wildlife can survive growing pressures.

15.09.2026 00:11 Angola hopes hosting the E1 Series will boost tourism after NBA star LeBron James attends the inaugural powerboat race in the capital Luanda.

14.09.2026 19:31 After a phone call with Buckingham Palace, Uganda now says it will take part in the Invictus Games.