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Khtek: The Moroccan rapper who is grateful to have bi-polar disorder

Sat, 11/25/2023 - 01:45
Khtek, one of Morocco's biggest rappers, talks to the BBC about sexism and mental illness.
Categories: Africa

South Africa pulls out of race to host 2027 Women's World Cup

Sat, 11/25/2023 - 00:49
South Africa withdraws its bid to host the Women's World Cup in 2027 to focus on an improved bid for the 2031 tournament.
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Somalia joins East African Community

Fri, 11/24/2023 - 19:19
It is hoped that joining the East African Community will boost economic growth after years of war.
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Oscar Pistorius to be freed on parole in South Africa after killing girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp

Fri, 11/24/2023 - 17:33
The Paralympian has been serving a 13-year sentence for murdering girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp.
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Anthony Joshua: Talks held over boxing match in Africa, says Eddie Hearn

Fri, 11/24/2023 - 16:23
Promoter Eddie Hearn has held talks over an Anthony Joshua fight in Africa which could "revisit" 1974's Rumble in the Jungle.
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Black Thursday: Chad grants amnesty to police who killed over 50 protestors

Fri, 11/24/2023 - 15:55
Human rights groups say more than 300 people were killed in opposition protests in 2022.
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Clemence Mtenga: Tanzanian student killed in Israel was a 'leader' to classmates

Fri, 11/24/2023 - 13:45
Clemence Mtenga should have graduated from university this week - instead his body is being flown home.
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Ansu Keita: Liberia head coach misses World Cup qualifier after death threats

Fri, 11/24/2023 - 13:30
Liberia manager Ansu Keita on how death threats from fans forced him to miss a 2026 World Cup qualifier.
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Mozambique parliament backs move to extend military service to five years

Fri, 11/24/2023 - 12:59
Foreign troops are helping Mozambique tackle a six-year Islamist insurgency in the north.
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Kenya floods: Seven feared dead after crossing flooded river in Makueni County

Fri, 11/24/2023 - 09:51
The group was returning home after meeting the First Lady in Nairobi when they were swept away.
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Oscar Pistorius makes new parole bid 10 years after killing girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp

Fri, 11/24/2023 - 07:23
The former Paralympian is serving over 13 years for murdering his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp in 2013.
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Africa's week in pictures: 17-23 November 2023

Fri, 11/24/2023 - 04:07
A selection of the best photos from across the African continent this week.
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Ethiopia drought: Fifty die of hunger in Tigray and Amhara amid aid freeze

Thu, 11/23/2023 - 13:53
The US and UN paused humanitarian aid in the East African country after allegations of theft.
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Eritrea: What next for football after World Cup qualifying withdrawal?

Thu, 11/23/2023 - 11:58
After withdrawing from qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup, when will Eritrea next play international football?
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Blue whales: Ocean giants return to 'safe' tropical haven

Thu, 11/23/2023 - 03:45
A year-long study finds the animals are back in the Seychelles where they were hunted in the 1960s.
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How can Nigeria improve after poor start in 2026 World Cup qualifiers?

Wed, 11/22/2023 - 14:10
Nigeria have faced harsh criticism after lacklustre performances in their first two qualifiers for the 2026 Fifa World Cup.
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Harry Maguire: Ghana MP Isaac Adongo sorry for mocking Manchester United star

Wed, 11/22/2023 - 13:25
Isaac Adongo compared his vice-president's economic policies to the Manchester Utd star's performances.
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Liberia election: Vehicle rams crowd celebrating President-elect Boakai's victory

Tue, 11/21/2023 - 19:13
At least three have died after a car hit people cheering Joseph Boakai's presidential election win.
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Congo-Brazzaville stampede: Dozens killed during army recruitment drive

Tue, 11/21/2023 - 18:34
At least 37 people have died in a crush during an army recruitment drive, Brazzaville officials say.
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Israel recalls its ambassador from South Africa

Tue, 11/21/2023 - 18:13
It comes a day after South Africa called for an ICC arrest warrant against Israel's prime minister.
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