PFL Africa: How ex-UFC champion Francis Ngannou’s ‘masterpiece’ will grow MMA

Professional Fighters League star Frans Mlambo and boss Peter Murray on the plan for PFL Africa, led by Cameroon's Francis Ngannou.

Edinburgh Fringe: The Life and Times of Michael K, a South African puppet play

A South African puppet play, based on a novel by JM Coetzee, is featuring at the Edinburgh Fringe.

Niger: US announces partial evacuation of embassy

Hundreds of foreign nationals have already been evacuated from the country since a coup last week.

Women’s World Cup 2023: South Africa coach Desiree Ellis lauds ‘amazing’ squad

South Africa's dramatic progress to the Women's World Cup last 16 is dedicated to the entire country, says Banyana Banyana coach Desiree Ellis.

Somalia suspends sports official over slow sprinter

An official report finds 100m runner Nasra Abubakar Ali is "not a sports person, nor a runner".

Women’s World Cup 2023: Nigeria v England is ’50/50′, says ex-Super Falcon

Nigeria have a 'weapon' to give themselves an even chance of beating England in Brisbane, says former Women's World Cup keeper Racheal Ayegba.

Worldcoin suspended in Kenya as thousands queue for free money

The authorities say they have data privacy concerns over Sam Altman's new cryptocurrency project.

UCI Cycling World Championships 2023: Biniam Girmay withdraws through injury

Biniam Girmay, the man aiming to become Africa's first cycling world champion, withdraws from the World Championships with injury.

Niger power blackouts blamed on coup sanctions

Nigeria reportedly cuts electricity supplies to increase pressure on the military junta.

South Africa 3-2 Italy: Thembi Kgatlana reveals family sorrow as Banyana Banyana march on

Thembi Kgatlana scores a stoppage-time winner against Italy as South Africa book their place in the last 16 of the Women's World Cup.