Niger: US announces partial evacuation of embassy

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Hundreds of foreign nationals have already been evacuated from the country since a coup last week.

Women’s World Cup 2023: South Africa coach Desiree Ellis lauds ‘amazing’ squad

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South Africa's dramatic progress to the Women's World Cup last 16 is dedicated to the entire country, says Banyana Banyana coach Desiree Ellis.

Somalia suspends sports official over slow sprinter

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An official report finds 100m runner Nasra Abubakar Ali is "not a sports person, nor a runner".

Women’s World Cup 2023: Nigeria v England is ’50/50′, says ex-Super Falcon

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Nigeria have a 'weapon' to give themselves an even chance of beating England in Brisbane, says former Women's World Cup keeper Racheal Ayegba.

Worldcoin suspended in Kenya as thousands queue for free money

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The authorities say they have data privacy concerns over Sam Altman's new cryptocurrency project.

UCI Cycling World Championships 2023: Biniam Girmay withdraws through injury

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Biniam Girmay, the man aiming to become Africa's first cycling world champion, withdraws from the World Championships with injury.

Niger power blackouts blamed on coup sanctions

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Nigeria reportedly cuts electricity supplies to increase pressure on the military junta.

South Africa 3-2 Italy: Thembi Kgatlana reveals family sorrow as Banyana Banyana march on

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Thembi Kgatlana scores a stoppage-time winner against Italy as South Africa book their place in the last 16 of the Women's World Cup.

Niger coup: A litmus test for democracy in West Africa

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Regional leaders have threatened military action against the junta if it refuses to give up power.

Commonwealth Games 2026: African nations ‘have the ability’ to host future events

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South Africa can build towards hosting a "world-class" Commonwealth Games after 2026, the country's Sports and Olympic Committee tells BBC Sport Africa.