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Mass killer who ‘hunted’ black people says police encouraged him

Mon, 22/07/2024 - 02:22
Ex-security guard, Louis van Schoor, killed dozens in South Africa but was only jailed for seven murders.
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Why Nigerians are praying for the success of a new oil refinery

Mon, 22/07/2024 - 01:04
A vast new oil refinery in Nigeria is aiming to reduce the price of petrol in the country.
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The African Tour de France cyclist racking up historic wins

Sun, 21/07/2024 - 19:21
Homesickness and visa issues have not stopped Eritrea's Biniam Girmay becoming a cycling sensation.
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The African Tour de France cyclist racking up historic wins

Sun, 21/07/2024 - 19:21
Homesickness and visa issues have not stopped Eritrea's Biniam Girmay becoming a cycling sensation.
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‘I wanted my clitoris back’ – FGM survivor opts for reconstructive surgery

Sun, 21/07/2024 - 02:03
The women flouting tradition to get reconstructive surgery after female genital mutilation.
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Caf set to break even after 'toxic' past - secretary general

Fri, 19/07/2024 - 14:14
African football's governing body will be debt-free next year as a result of improved governance, says secretary general Veron Mosengo-Omba.
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Red carpets, cars and cowries: Africa's top shots

Fri, 19/07/2024 - 01:36
A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent.
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Impeached judge itching to take on South African president

Thu, 18/07/2024 - 01:59
Impeached judge John Hlophe is set to lead opposition to President Ramaphosa's coalition government.
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The brothers out to end Africa's Olympic badminton jinx

Wed, 17/07/2024 - 22:36
Nigeria's four-time African champion Anuoluwapo Opeyori, coached by his brother, hopes to break new ground for the continent in Paris.
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The first Nigerian badminton player to qualify for back-to-back Olympics

Wed, 17/07/2024 - 15:46
Anuoluwapo Juwon Opeyori grew up in Lagos, with little access to badminton facilities - now he’s a four-time African champion.
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Who was Africa’s first black Olympic gold medallist?

Wed, 17/07/2024 - 14:27
The story of barefoot African runner Abebe Bikila, who made history at the Games and inspired a generation.
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'They killed my son' - raw grief after Nigeria school collapse

Wed, 17/07/2024 - 13:14
Government promises to curb rogue building practices are too little, too late for grieving parents.
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Kenya's ‘serial killer’ mystery - five key questions

Wed, 17/07/2024 - 01:58
Still reeling from the discovery of bodies in a quarry, Kenyans are trying to find out more.
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The dark life of the South African golfer banned for being too good

Tue, 16/07/2024 - 14:26
When Bobby Locke coined his immortal phrase, ‘drive for show, putt for dough’, it was just another flag the great South African planted in the story of golf.
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Leaving Syria's civil war to be a mercenary in Africa

Tue, 16/07/2024 - 01:56
Unable to earn enough at home, Syrian opposition fighters are travelling via Turkey to Niger to work as mercenaries.
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Inside the beauty pageant in one of the world’s worst places to be a woman

Tue, 16/07/2024 - 01:35
Somali women break cultural taboos to take part in a contest aimed at giving them confidence.
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Secret 'sky island' rainforest saved by new discoveries

Tue, 16/07/2024 - 01:29
Dozens of unique animal and insect finds have helped secure protection for an unspoilt mountain forest.
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Zambia made education free, now classrooms are crammed

Mon, 15/07/2024 - 00:41
The government is boosting investment to try and ensure everyone can benefit from good schooling.
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Rwanda's 99% man set to extend his three decades in power

Sun, 14/07/2024 - 06:27
President Paul Kagame's electoral success comes with questions about his democratic credentials.
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Late Frawley drop-goal gives Irish thrilling win over South Africa

Sat, 13/07/2024 - 19:03
Ciaran Frawley kicks a last-gasp drop-goal as Ireland edge South Africa in a classic Test in Durban and earn a drawn series.
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