It breeds between December and March in most of west Africa, but between March and May in Nigeria and mainly between October and November in South Africa. It builds a thick cup-shaped nest of plant material lined with hair, wool and feathers. The nest is usually placed in a hole in the ground, but rock faces and buildings are also used.
In west Africa, it occurs between December and March, while in Nigeria, it happens between March and May, and in South Africa, it takes place mainly between October and November. It builds a cup-shaped nest using plant material, which is lined with hair, wool, and feathers. The nest is typically placed in a hole in the ground, but can also be found on rock faces and buildings.