Is Africa the next frontier for esports and pro gaming?

Esports is on the rise in Africa, led by a tech-savvy youthful population and female pioneers, and life as a professional gamer is now possible.

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Risk-taker Ngannou is changing landscape of combat sports

Just 22 months after leaving the UFC, Francis Ngannou returns to MMA as one of the biggest combat sports stars in the world when he faces Renan Ferreira in the PFL in Riyadh on Saturday.

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Libya criticises Nigeria amid Afcon qualifier boycott

Libya's football federation criticises its Nigerian counterpart after the Super Eagles boycott Tuesday's Africa Cup of Nations qualifier.

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Australia shocked in World Cup semis by South Africa

South Africa produce a stunning performance to knock Australia out of the Women's T20 World Cup in the semi-finals.

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Double trouble and dancing troupes: Africa's top shots

A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond.

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Kenya’s deputy president sacked while in hospital

In a dramatic day in parliament, senators vote to oust Rigathi Gachagua following his impeachment.

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Tributes paid to former Zambia coach Poulsen

Former Zambia boss Roald Poulsen holds a "special place" in the hearts of fans after helping rebuild the squad after a 1993 plane crash.

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'My farm was destroyed by drought then floods - I am confused'

Climate change is wreaking havoc on farmers in Nigeria.

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Kenyan senators to vote on deputy president's impeachment

Rigathi Gachagua faces 11 charges including corruption and inciting ethnic divisions.

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Their struggle is my struggle - Kolisi on backing women's game

South Africa captain Siya Kolisi says male players have both a moral duty and a personal interest in growing the women's game.

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South Africa beat Bangladesh but face nervous wait

South Africa clinch a seven-wicket win over Bangladesh but now face a nervous wait to see if they will qualify for the Women's T20 World Cup semi-finals.

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Mane strikes to secure Senegal's spot at Afcon 2025

Sadio Mane scores an injury-time winner to secure Senegal's qualification for Afcon 2025, while DR Congo also book their place in Morocco.

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Libya criticises Nigeria amid Afcon qualifier boycott

Libya's football federation criticises its Nigerian counterpart after the Super Eagles decide to boycott Tuesday's Africa Cup of Nations 2025 qualifier.

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Zambian star among Women's Footballer of the Year nominees

Vote now for the BBC Women's Footballer of the Year 2024, with the winner announced on 26 November.

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Sophie hears of sexual exploitation of refugees

The Duchess of Edinburgh visits Chad and hears the experiences of women who have escaped violence in Sudan.

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African nations race to put satellites in space

Falling launch costs have given African nations a chance to send their own satellites into orbit.

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The stats and shoes behind Chepngetich's amazing marathon world record

How the Kenyan took a step beyond what was thought by knocking almost two minutes off the previous best in Chicago.

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Nigeria set to boycott Afcon qualifier in Libya

Nigeria’s players say they will boycott their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier in Libya on Tuesday after being left stranded at an airport.

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England's batting improves in crucial win over SA

Danni Wyatt-Hodge and Nat Sciver-Brunt guide England to an impressive seven-wicket win over South Africa at the Women's T20 World Cup.

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South Africa beat Bangladesh but face nervous wait

South Africa clinch a seven-wicket win over Bangladesh but now face a nervous wait to see if they will qualify for the Women's T20 World Cup semi-finals.

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