Nigeria’s Buhari to run in 2019 elections

The announcement ends months of speculation about the 74-year-old leader's plans.

Rebuilding history – restoring a pharaoh’s ancient boat

The boat is the second of a pair that has been buried for more than 5,000 years.

Uganda court hears challenge to presidential age-limit move

The opposition wants to annul an amendment that allows President Museveni, 73, to stand again.

Ghana’s Aduana Stars win big in Confed Cup

Ghana's Aduana Stars thrash Fosa Juniors of Madagascar 6-1 in the first leg of the Confederation Cup group stage play offs on Sunday.

Joseph Warungu: The handshake that left millions of Kenyans confused

Joseph Warungu reflects on the plight of Kenyan opposition supporters after their leader reconciled with his political nemesis.

Letter from Africa: The handshake that left millions of Kenyans confused

Joseph Warungu reflects on the plight of Kenyan opposition supporters after their leader reconciled with his political nemesis.

Kane confident of beating Salah to golden boot

Tottenham are to lodge an appeal with the Premier League for striker Harry Kane to be accredited with the winning goal at Stoke.

Morocco announce three 2018 World Cup warm-up fixtures

Morocco will play friendly internationals against Ukraine, Slovakia and Estonia as part of their preparation for the 2018 World Cup in Russia.

Hat-trick for Generation Foot’s Ndiaye in Confed Cup play-offs

Amadou Dia Ndiaye hits a hat-trick as Generation Foot of Senegal defeat Renaissance Berkane of Morocco 3-1 in the first leg of their Confederation Cup play-off.

Tunisia forward Msakni suffers injury and will miss World Cup

Tunisia international forward Youssef Msakni will miss the World Cup in Russia after being ruled out for six months with a knee injury.