Africa

Rwanda’s only official parkour athlete, Niyonzima Alfred, on the dedication it takes to reach the top of the sport.

Most of President William Ruto's plans for the economy since coming to power are in tatters.

Ethiopia is still counting the cost of a two-year war in the country, with around 100 athletes among the casualties of the conflict.

Attackers came shouting the man's name before setting his cafe on fire in Belfast.

B-Girl El Mamouny is one of two representatives for her country and part of the very first cohort to enter breakdancing at the Olympics.

After experiencing regular power cuts for 17 years there are signs things are now working properly.

Kenya's most-decorated runner, Eliud Kipchoge is aiming to become the first Olympian to win three successive marathon gold medals.

A look at Lesotho, where more people take their own lives than anywhere else in the world.

Former Burnley Chairman, Brendan Flood has revealed that the club missed out of signing Michael Essien in 1999 due to wage issues. Having exploded In 1999 at the U-17 FIFA World Cup in New Zealand, Essien were chased by several clubs despite Ghana 39;s elimination after losing to Brazil on penalties in the semi-finals.

Former Ghana international, Opoku Nti has opened up on what the Black Stars squad were told after winning the 1982 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament. Speaking in an interview Joy News, the Asante Kotoko legend revealed that the playing body were expectant of a deserving national honor as the Jerry John Rawlings administration had p .

Fifa says it is happy to discuss the football calendar with the bodies threatening legal action. Last week the European Leagues, which represents 39 leagues in 33 countries, and global players 39; union Fifpro announced the action over what they say is Fifa 39;s abuse of dominance in the game.

Manchester United have received a second bid from Fulham, understood to be pound;20m, for midfielder Scott McTominay. It is anticipated United will reject the offer but the Scotland international 39;s future is again uncertain after West Ham tried to sign him last summer.

Former Leicester City manager Craig Shakespeare has died at the age of 60, his family has announced. Shakespeare was undergoing treatment for cancer back in October 2023. As well as managing Leicester, he also worked for West Brom, Hull, Everton, Watford, Aston Villa and Norwich and had a spell as England assistant boss in 2016.

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

Cat owners may need to get a licence, ensure their pet is vaccinated - and "won't disturb the peace".

Tatjana Smith claims her second medal of Paris 2024 after finishing second in the final of the women's 200m breaststroke.

The conflict and restrictions on aid deliveries are to blame as the siege of el-Fasher city continues.

Nationwide protests against the rising cost of living are marred by looting in Kano.

Imane Khelif reaches the quarter-finals of the women's 66kg at the Olympics as Angela Carini abandons their bout after 46 seconds.

Crystal Palace sign winger Ismaila Sarr from Marseille for a fee in the region of £12.5m.