Rwanda football coach sacked over sex claims wins pay-off

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She was wrongly dismissed over claims she had sexually assaulted her players, a Rwandan court rules.

Torino midfielder Joel Obi eyes World Cup place with Nigeria

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Torino midfielder Joel Obi sets his sights on being at the World Cup in Russia this summer with Nigeria.

South Africa backs Morocco’s bid to host the 2026 World Cup

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South Africa's Football Association (Safa) pledges its 'unqualified' support for Morocco's bid to host the 2026 World Cup.

Botswana’s Ian Khama: Leaving office not a train smash

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Botswana's Ian Khama has just stepped down after 10 years in power - he says other African leaders should also "move aside and give others the opportunity".

Things you might not know about the Commonwealth

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As Commonwealth leaders meet in London, the BBC takes a look at the facts and figures behind this club of nations.

Egypt goalkeeper El Shenawy out of World Cup

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Egypt's national team doctor, Mohamed Abu El Ela, confirms that Zamalek goalkeeper Ahmed El Shenawy will miss the World Cup with a knee injury.

Somaliland poet jailed for Somalia reunification poetry

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Pressure groups in Somaliland say poet Nacima Qorane's basic human rights have been violated.

Swansea City: Jordan Ayew says club have set standard to survive

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Forward Jordan Ayew believes Swansea have set the standard to survive in the Premier League.

Mali militants attack bases disguised as UN peacekeepers

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One genuine UN peacekeeper is dead and many French soldiers are wounded after the attack.

Senegal coach Cisse keeps Demba Ba’s faint World Cup hopes alive

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Senegal coach Aliou Cisse is not ruling out the possibility of bringing striker Demba Ba back into his final plans for the 2018 World Cup.