South Africa withdraws its bid to host the Women's World Cup in 2027 to focus on an improved bid for the 2031 tournament.
It is hoped that joining the East African Community will boost economic growth after years of war.
Promoter Eddie Hearn has held talks over an Anthony Joshua fight in Africa which could "revisit" 1974's Rumble in the Jungle.
Human rights groups say more than 300 people were killed in opposition protests in 2022.
Clemence Mtenga should have graduated from university this week - instead his body is being flown home.
Liberia manager Ansu Keita on how death threats from fans forced him to miss a 2026 World Cup qualifier.
Foreign troops are helping Mozambique tackle a six-year Islamist insurgency in the north.
The former Paralympian has been serving a 13-year sentence for murdering girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp.
The group was returning home after meeting the First Lady in Nairobi when they were swept away.
The former Paralympian is serving over 13 years for murdering his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp in 2013.
A selection of the best photos from across the African continent this week.
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