Powerlifter Tijani wins Africa’s first Paralympic gold

Nigerian powerlifter Latifat Tijani becomes the first African to win gold at Tokyo 2020 Paralympics.

Caf urges UK government to allow players’ release

The UK government should exempt African international footballers to allow them to travel to World Cup qualifiers, Caf says.

New species of ancient four-legged whale discovered in Egypt

The three-metre whale was found in Egypt and has been named after Anubis, the ancient god of death.

Trial suggests malaria sickness could be cut by 70%

Seasonal vaccines and drugs could save millions of young lives in Africa, researchers say.

Kenya’s Deputy President Ruto campaigns for ‘Hustler Nation’

Deputy President William Ruto is portraying himself as the champion of the poor ahead of elections.

Tortoise eating bird caught on camera by conservationist

It is believed to be the first time this behaviour of giant tortoises has been documented.

Tokyo Paralympics 2020: Kgothatso Montjane, South Africa’s wheelchair tennis hope

South Africa's wheelchair tennis star Kgothatso Montjane is aiming for a medal at the Tokyo Paralympics.

Matip declined offer of Cameroon return – Conceicao

Cameroon coach Antonio Conceicao says Liverpool defender Joel Matip turned down his invitation to return to the Indomitable Lions.

British stamps banned from Chagos Islands in Indian Ocean

A vote by the world's postal union moves Mauritius closer to wresting UK control of the archipelago.

Madagascar on the brink of climate change-induced famine

The country is on the brink of experiencing the world's first "climate change famine", the UN says.