Afcon 2023: TV coverage, fixtures, schedule, format, groups and kick-off times

BBC Sport provides a guide to the format, schedule, venues and kick-off times at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, including TV coverage.

Victor Osimhen: Nigeria striker’s journey from Lagos streets to ‘new king of Africa’

How Napoli sensation Victor Osimhen went from humble beginnings in Nigeria to being crowned Africa's Footballer of the Year.

Zulu king’s official crowning by President Rampahosa invalid, court rules

A South African court rules the president failed to comply with the law when recognising the new king.

Afcon 2023: Ivory Coast to use school children and volunteers to fill stadiums

Ivory Coast will use school children and volunteers to fill some stadiums during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, which begins in January.

Zahara: South African music icon dies aged 36

Zahara, known for her soulful voice and hit song Loliwe, was once named in a BBC 100 Women list.

Niger junta refuses to free ex-leader Mohamed Bazoum and have sanctions dropped

Regional bloc Ecowas says it will maintain sanctions on Niger after military leaders refused their offer.

Mthuli Ncube: Zimbabwe shock as finance minister named Africa’s best

Mthuli Ncube was named "Best African Finance Minister of the Year" despite the country's economic turmoil.

Russia and Wagner’s growing influence in the Central African Republic

Moscow continues to foster close relationships with various countries in sub-Saharan Africa.

Philip Mpango: Tanzania orders social media crackdown over VP death rumours

Philip Mpango resurfaced on Sunday after not being seen for a month, leading to rumours about his health.

Kenya’s nationwide power blackout sparks KPLC sabotage suspicions

Kenya has experienced three countrywide blackouts in the last four months, the latest on Sunday evening.