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.

Tunisian forward Lassad taken to hospital after collapsing in training

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Tunisian forward Lassad Nouioui is taken to hospital after collapsing on the pitch during a training session with his Spanish club Toledo on Saturday.

Chibok girls: Many abductees dead, says journalist

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The Nigerian government insists it is still in discussions to release the missing 112 schoolgirls.