Kgatlana and Motlhalo: South African duo set for move

African Women's Player of the Year Thembi Kgatlana and South African compatriot Linda Motlhalo are released by US club Houston Dash.

Algeria’s Yacine Benzia omitted from Fenerbache league squad

Algeria's Yacine Benzia is omitted omission from the Fenerbache squad for the second half of the Turkish league season.

South Africa Gloria coal mine explosion ‘kills six’

About 20 people are still trapped in the abandoned mine where some had gone to steal copper, police say.

Under-20 Africa Cup of Nations: Senegal secure World Cup place

Senegal will not ease off despite sealing a place at the Under-20 World Cup with a second win at the Africa Cup of Nations in Niger

Brighton boss Chris Hughton says up to FA to take action over alleged Gaetan Bong chant

Brighton boss Chris Hughton says it is up to the FA to take action over an alleged derogatory chant aimed at Gaetan Bong by West Brom fans.

Brighton boss Chris Hughton says up to FA to take action over alleged Gaetan Bong chant

Brighton boss Chris Hughton says it is up to the FA to take action over an alleged derogatory chant aimed at Gaetan Bong by West Brom fans.

Atiku Abubakar woos Nigerians with a reminder of the good times

Atiku Abubakar, 75, is basing his sixth presidential bid on promises to restore Nigeria's economy.

Atiku Abubakar, Nigeria’s political operator with the Midas touch

Atiku Abubakar, the man hoping to unseat Nigeria's president, is a veteran politician and business tycoon.

Uganda tourism: ‘Curvy women’ comments prompt backlash

There has been major backlash against the plan to attract visitors using images of plus-size women.

Muhammadu Buhari, Nigeria’s embattled leader

Muhammadu Buhari, the "new broom" president, hoping to win a second term in office.