Kenya to ban private children’s homes over trafficking fears – Florence Bore

All privately owned orphanages and children's homes will be abolished, the social protection minister says.

Victor Osimhen: Mina Rzouki says it’s time Napoli gave back to the men who wrote their history

It's time Napoli realises the importance of relationships and how to give back to the men who wrote their history, writes BBC Sport columnist Mina Rzouki.

Egypt fire: Health ministry confirms 38 people injured

Twenty four people have been treated for smoke inhalation, along with two being treated for burns.

‘Huge’ fire breaks out at police facility in Egypt

Videos are being shared across social media of the blaze which local media says has injured more than 20 people.

Migrants trying to reach the UK cross the Alps on foot

More than 130,000 migrants have entered Italy this year. Many try to head further into Europe.

Gabon’s predators on the pitch: Inside a paedophile football scandal

BBC Africa Eye speaks to more than 30 witnesses about a network of abuse that continued for decades.

South Africa 49-18 Tonga: World champions edge towards quarter-finals with bonus-point win

South Africa are on the brink of the Rugby World Cup quarter-finals after a bonus-point victory over Tonga.

Senegal’s navy intercepts boats carrying 600 would-be migrants

They were attempting the treacherous crossing to Spain's Canary Islands - a gateway to Europe.

Nigeria’s President Tinubu increases wages as national strike looms

The rise is far short of the demands of trade unions angered by the sharp rise in cost of living.

Victor Osimhen: Striker says he has ‘unwavering’ love for Napoli and calls for unity among fanbase

Victor Osimhen says he has "unwavering" love for Napoli after the club was criticised for sharing a video on TikTok appearing to mock the striker.