Niger: At least 12 police killed as militants storm base

Soldiers pursue the attackers, and are reported to have clashed with them near the border with Mali.

Mali beat Ghana to reach U-17 World Cup semi-final

Mali are through to the semi-finals of the Under-17 World Cup in India after a 2-1 victory over Ghana amidst heavy rain in their quarter-final on Saturday.

Egyptian club El Qanah mourn death of player

Egyptian club El Qanah announce that one of their players, Ibrahim Konsha, died at the hands of Islamist militants whilst on national service.

Holders Mazembe reach Confederation Cup final

TP Mazembe stay on course to successfully defend their Confederation Cup title as the Congolese beat Moroccans FUS Rabat 1-0 on aggregate.

Militants kill Egyptian security forces in desert shoot-out

The forces are reported to have been looking for the militants' hideout when they came under attack.

Waldrum to replace Omagbemi as Nigeria women’s boss

American Randy Waldrum is appointed as the Technical Adviser of the Nigeria women's team, replacing Florence Omagbemi.

Robert Mugabe’s WHO appointment condemned as ‘an insult’

The UK government, an array of campaign groups and the Zimbabwe opposition express dismay.

Mogadishu truck bombing death toll jumps to 358

More than 50 people are also still missing after last Saturday's huge truck bombing, officials say.

Mogadishu truck bombing death toll jumps to 358

More than 50 people are also still missing after last Saturday's huge truck bombing, officials say.

Klopp doubtful about Senegal’s Mane claims

Liverpool manager plays down claims by Senegal manager Aliou Cisse that Sadio Mane will be "100% fit" for next month's World Cup qualifiers against South Africa.