Afcon 2021: Nigeria’s William Troost-Ekong says tournament should be respected more

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The Africa Cup of Nations should "100% be more respected", says Nigeria captain William Troost-Ekong.

Denmark frees suspected pirates in dinghy in Gulf of Guinea

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The suspects had been detained at sea in the Gulf of Guinea in November. A fourth remains in custody.

Afcon 2021: VAR to be used throughout tournament in Cameroon

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Video assistant referees (VAR) will be used at all 52 matches at this month's Africa Cup of Nations.

Christine Mboma crowned BBC African Sports Personality of the Year

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Christine Mboma, who became the first Namibian woman to win an Olympic medal, is the BBC African Sports Personality of the Year for 2021.

South Africa parliament had inadequate fire safety measures, report says

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Sprinklers and the alarm system did not work when a blaze started on Sunday, the fire service says.

Afcon 2021: Egypt delay flight to Cameroon after Covid-19 cases

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Egypt delay their departure for the Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon after coronavirus cases were reported in their camp.

Nelson Mandela’s Robben Island cell key returning to South Africa – minister

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The key, kept by a former guard, was going to be auctioned in the US until South Africa objected.

The Gambia’s Scorpions aiming to sting in Cameroon

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Sampdoria defender Omar Colley is hoping The Gambia can surprise at their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations.

Africa Cup of Nations quiz: Can you name all the winners?

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Can you name all the 14 teams to have lifted the Africa Cup of Nations trophy since the tournament began in 1957?

Africa’s week in pictures: 31 December 2021-6 January 2022

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A selection of the best photos from across the African continent this week: