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Many Nigerians buy their first ever shares - in the oil refinery owned by Africa's richest man, Aliko Dangote.

Many Nigerians buy their first ever shares - in the oil refinery owned by Africa's richest man, Aliko Dangote.

South Africa police have cautioned against assuming that all the killings are linked but many women are afraid.

Vini Jnr, Mbappe and Konate cover up Ceuta message of support ahead of Real Madrid's match against Elche.

The body of the 54-year-old veteran broadcaster was found hours after three armed men kidnapped him near Johannesburg.

Some of Africa's great track and field stars expect the decision to award Kenya the 2029 World Athletics Championships to inspire the next generation.

Vini Jnr, Mbappe and Konate cover up Ceuta message of support ahead of Real Madrid's match against Elche.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio says South Africa has not addressed US concerns over racial inequality.

Nigerian journalist and content creator Charity Ekezie believes the best way to challenge negative stereotypes about Africa is to laugh at them.

Nigerian journalist and content creator Charity Ekezie believes the best way to challenge negative stereotypes about Africa is to laugh at them.

Olu Jacobs was one of Nigeria's most recognised actors, whose career spanned several decades.

Fannie Masemola had denied the charges of failing to provide oversight of a controversial health contract.

Teenage brothers Olly and Seb Fisher are closing in on their dream of international recognition - but it won't come from their homeland of Scotland.

Teenage brothers Olly and Seb Fisher are closing in on their dream of international recognition - but it won't come from their homeland of Scotland.

Argentina name Lionel Messi in their squad for a friendly against Benin in October in a match which is set to be the forward's farewell to international football.

Arturo Carrera Loaiza denies allegations he was involved in meth production, the Nigerian authorities say.

Police have not linked the deaths to a serial killer but are investigating this possibility.

Kenya's president William Nato hails the country's successful bid to host the 2029 World Athletics Championship in Nairobi.

The mother of two young children was kidnapped in the middle of the day in the main city, Blantyre.

BBC Sport Africa's Celestine Karoney explains why the 2029 World Athletics Championships was given to Nairobi in Kenya, as the tournament will take place in Africa for the very first time.