Niger coup: President Mohamed Bazoum in good health, says France

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The French foreign minister says the coup is not "final" as Niger's army backs the plotters.

Women’s World Cup 2023: ‘Beyond my imagination’ – Desiree Ellis’ post-apartheid journey

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South Africa's pioneering coach Desiree Ellis on the growth of women's football and leading her nation at a second World Cup.

Women’s World Cup 2023: South Africa icon Ellis on her post-apartheid journey

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Pioneering coach Desiree Ellis on the growth of women’s football and leading her nation at a second World Cup.

Travis Scott insists Utopia gig at Egypt’s pyramids will happen

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The rapper's spectacular show at the Egyptian landmark is officially cancelled at the last minute.

Russia-Africa summit: What can we expect?

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Forty African head of states are expected to attend the second Russia-Africa in St Petersburg.

Netball World Cup 2023: South Africa ready to ‘showcase’ historic tournament

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As South Africa prepares to become the first African nation to host the Netball World Cup, shooter Lenize Potgieter tells BBC Sport what to expect.

Russia-Africa summit: Putin seeks to extend influence

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Russia's president is hosting a summit of African leaders in a bid to increase Moscow's influence.

Niger soldiers declare coup on national TV

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The president has been detained and troops now say they are closing the country's borders.

Algeria fires: Locals return to burnt homes

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Locals in northern Algeria take stock after fires destroy homes and char large areas.

Davido video: Wole Soyinka defends Nigerian Afrobeats star in Muslim row

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The Afrobeats star came under fire for sharing a music video which offended some Muslims.