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Senegal's prime minister says it is "regrettable" that 18 of its football fans have been handed prison sentences related to disturbances at the 2025 Afcon final.

Shimron Hetmyer stars as West Indies maintain their perfect record at the 2026 T20 World Cup with a 107-run win over Zimbabwe to start their Super 8 stage.

England and South Africa postpone a T20 international series against each other which was originally planned for next winter.

Wolves striker Tolu Arokodare and Sunderland winger Romaine Mundle are the latest Premier League players to be sent racist abuse on social media this weekend.

Days of competition culminate in a fishing contest rooted in efforts to cement local peace.

Days of competition culminate in a fishing contest rooted in efforts to cement local peace.

Zimbabwe finish top of Group B at the T20 World Cup by stunning co-hosts Sri Lanka, West Indies maintain their unbeaten record, and Canada bid farewell to Navneet Dhaliwal with another defeat.

A UN Fact Finding mission issued the report after investigating the capture of el-Fasher by the Rapid Support Forces.

During winter in Britain fresh produce is sent by cargo ship from the West African nation every week.

During winter in Britain fresh produce is sent by cargo ship from the West African nation every week.

The workers are believed to have collapsed after the gas built up in poorly ventilated tunnels.

He made the comment on an official visit to Ethiopia, saying it could prove dangerous for a volatile region.

The media regulator said the ban would be in place "until further notice".

"This is the only hustle we know," miners tell the BBC as they try their luck at the site in Springs.

It is the latest twist over the fate of Lungu's body, which remains in a South African morgue since his death.

Nigeria fans are still hoping Fifa may rule in their favour over allegations that DR Congo fielded ineligible players during Africa's 2026 World Cup play-offs.

Zimbabwe qualify for the Super 8s at the T20 World Cup as rain washes out their Group B game against Ireland.

John Steenhuisen will not seek re-election as DA leader, leaving the race wide open for a successor.

John Steenhuisen will not seek re-election as DA leader, leaving the race wide open for a successor.

Bouquets of cash have been blooming in popularity in Kenya but recent warnings may slow the trend.