Ivory Coast and Nigeria climb in world rankings

Africa Cup of Nations winners Ivory Coast climb 10 places in the Fifa world rankings, while runners-up Nigeria move up to 28th.

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South African troops killed in DR Congo attack

These are the nation's first fatalities since a recent deployment to support the Congolese army.

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The religion that shaped Bob Marley's hair

As a new film about the reggae star's life comes out, here's all you need to know about his Rastafarian faith.

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Kundananji's path to breaking women's transfer record

How Zambia forward Racheal Kundananji became the most expensive women's footballer in history after moving to NWSL club Bay FC.

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Nigerians turn to rice that's normally thrown away

"Afafata" rice is usually discarded but rising prices mean many northern families are now eating it.

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Cash and villas for footballers after Africa triumph

Players of both winners Ivory Coast and runners-up Nigeria get handsome rewards from their presidents.

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Pregnant woman among dozens massacred in Ethiopia

At least 45 civilians were killed in door-to-door raids by Ethiopian troops last month, a rights body says.

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The winners and losers from memorable Afcon finals

BBC Sport Africa takes a look at the winners and losers from Afcon 2023, including VAR technology and Mohamed Salah's misery.

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How Nigerians console themselves after Afcon heartbreak

Nigerians are finding ways to get over the heartbreak of losing the Africa Cup of Nations final.

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Kiptum - the marathon runner destined for greatness

Kenyan athlete Kelvin Kiptum was on the cusp of greatness when his life was cut short in an accident.

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'We feel betrayed' - why anger has engulfed Senegal

Imams and protesters unite in anger at a poll delay rocking Senegal's democratic credentials.

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Africa Live: Ghana opposition rejects bid to change election date

The opposition says the proposal to push polls backwards to November from December this year not feasible - and more stories

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Haller gives Ivory Coast victory in Afcon final

Sebastien Haller is the hero again as Ivory Coast come from behind to beat Nigeria and win the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final.

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Afcon: Nigeria lead hosts Ivory Coast in final - watch & follow text

Watch live coverage and follow text updates of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final as Nigeria take on Ivory Coast.

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Nigerian bank chief killed in US helicopter crash

The head of Nigeria's largest bank has been killed when a helicopter he was flying in crashed in California desert.

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Biden gaffe sparks 'they've both got pyramids' jokes

By confusing the Mexican and Egyptian presidents Joe Biden sparked jokes in both countries.

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Clashes spread in Senegal over election delay

A first fatality is reported, amid warnings the West African nation could lose its image as a stable democracy.

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Guilty verdict in sensational Kenya murder trial

The fiance of a popular news presenter is convicted of killing a businesswoman five years ago.

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The president who vowed not to overstay but plans to

After promising to not to extend his term of office in 2012 has Senegal's leader Macky Sall gone back on his word?

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Haller bids to cap remarkable return in Afcon final

Sebastien Haller fired Ivory Coast into the 2023 Nations Cup final, having returned to action 13 months ago after testicular cancer.

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