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Ethiopia is set to inaugurate a mega dam that has stoked tensions with Egypt.

Ethiopia is set to inaugurate a mega dam that has stoked tensions with Egypt.

The biblical site of Mount Sinai in Egypt is at the heart of an unholy row over plans to build a huge new tourism project.

The biblical site of Mount Sinai in Egypt is at the heart of an unholy row over plans to build a huge new tourism project.

Many of those killed had recently returned to the village in Borno State, following years of displacement.

The Salvadoran has been at the heart of an immigration row since he was mistakenly deported in March.

People have no access to tools or machinery to conduct their rescue efforts, Save the Children says.

Football legends George Weah and Didier Drogba are among the high-profile names on a new Fifa panel which aims to bolster efforts to tackle racism in the game.

The group has allegedly carried out murder, rape and other crimes, a UN report says.

It remains unclear how many people died - figures range from two to 1,000.

Playing for your country is the best feeling in the world, says Sak. But he never expected to get called up.

Playing for your country is the best feeling in the world, says Sak. But he never expected to get called up.

A selection of best photos from across the continent and beyond from 29 August till 4 September 2025.

A selection of best photos from across the continent and beyond from 29 August till 4 September 2025.

Nigeria's Blessing Oraekwe says it is "heartbreaking" to be barred from the World Championships in Liverpool after missing the deadline for a new genetic sex test.

Nigeria's Blessing Oraekwe says it is "heartbreaking" to be barred from the World Championships in Liverpool after missing the deadline for a new genetic sex test.

England's poor form in white-ball cricket continues as they are beaten by South Africa to lose the second one-day international and the series with a game to spare.

Health officials urge people to take preventive measures following a new outbreak of the deadly virus.

Joseph Malanji was convicted of acquiring properties and helicopters that were suspected to be the proceeds of crime.

The overloaded boat was carrying passengers including children when it hit a submerged tree stump.