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The Republic of Ireland end their first World Cup with a 0-0 draw with Nigeria, who progress to the last-16 and could face England.

The mercenary group's head says it is deciding on its next goals, but has urged fighters to stay in touch.

Zambia secure first Women's World Cup win by edging out Costa Rica in their final Group C match.

Women give the BBC harrowing accounts of rape by fighters, as conflict rages in the country.

West African leaders set a seven-day deadline for the junta to reinstate the ousted president.

The opposition is boycotting the poll and says Faustin-Archange Touadéra wants to be leader for life.

Morocco gain their first ever victory at a Women's World Cup as they secure a shock win over South Korea.

Morocco defender Nouhaila Benzina makes history by becoming the first player to wear a hijab at a World Cup.

Doctors in Nigeria's public hospitals have started a “total and indefinite strike” over what they describe as the government’s failure to address their grievances.

Julius Malema divides opinion like few other politicians but he is celebrating his party's 10th anniversary.

After the elected president is overthrown, here’s why it matters for the region, Russia and the West.

A key government online platform has been down for several days and mobile money services are also affected.

Organisers in South Africa say investigations are continuing at “highest level” after Jamaica captain says she was victim of theft.

The West African country has now faced its fifth coup since becoming independent.

Gen Abdourahmane Tchiani takes to the airwaves in military fatigues after staging a dramatic coup.

Egypt's leader says it is "essential" the deal allowing Kyiv to export produce be revived.

Defence officials say the emails did not contain information that could compromise operational security.

Meanwhile at the summit, Vladimir Putin said Russia was ready to send free grain exports to Africa.

The Mediterranean wildfires have killed dozens in Algeria and left Tunisian homes and business in ashes.

A selection of the best photos from the African continent and beyond.