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South Korea 0-1 Morocco: Ibtissam Jraidi's goal earns Arab nation first World Cup win

Sun, 07/30/2023 - 10:06
Morocco gain their first ever victory at a Women's World Cup as they secure a shock win over South Korea.
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Nouhaila Benzina becomes first player to wear hijab at World Cup

Sun, 07/30/2023 - 08:19
Morocco defender Nouhaila Benzina makes history by becoming the first player to wear a hijab at a World Cup.
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Nigeria doctors' strike: Why are they striking?

Sat, 07/29/2023 - 08:26
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.
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South Africa's Julius Malema celebrates 10 years of the EFF

Sat, 07/29/2023 - 05:26
Julius Malema divides opinion like few other politicians but he is celebrating his party's 10th anniversary.
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Niger military coup: What you need to know

Fri, 07/28/2023 - 19:36
After the elected president is overthrown, here’s why it matters for the region, Russia and the West.
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Kenya cyber-attack: Why is eCitizen down?

Fri, 07/28/2023 - 18:44
A key government online platform has been down for several days and mobile money services are also affected.
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Netball World Cup 2023: Safety concerns in South Africa after Jamaica captain's theft claim

Fri, 07/28/2023 - 17:21
Organisers in South Africa say investigations are continuing at “highest level” after Jamaica captain says she was victim of theft.
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Niger coup: Why are Western powers concerned?

Fri, 07/28/2023 - 16:37
The West African country has now faced its fifth coup since becoming independent.
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Niger coup: Abdourahmane Tchiani declares himself leader

Fri, 07/28/2023 - 16:00
Gen Abdourahmane Tchiani takes to the airwaves in military fatigues after staging a dramatic coup.
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Egypt's Sisi urges Russia to renew Ukraine grain deal

Fri, 07/28/2023 - 14:17
Egypt's leader says it is "essential" the deal allowing Kyiv to export produce be revived.
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You've got Mali: UK accidentally emails Russian ally

Fri, 07/28/2023 - 11:55
Defence officials say the emails did not contain information that could compromise operational security.
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Prigozhin: Wagner boss spotted in Russia during Africa summit

Fri, 07/28/2023 - 07:17
Meanwhile at the summit, Vladimir Putin said Russia was ready to send free grain exports to Africa.
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Tunisia fires: 'We had no water to douse the flames'

Fri, 07/28/2023 - 01:23
The Mediterranean wildfires have killed dozens in Algeria and left Tunisian homes and business in ashes.
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Africa's week in pictures: 21 - 27 July 2023

Fri, 07/28/2023 - 01:11
A selection of the best photos from the African continent and beyond.
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Niger coup makes the troubled Sahel region yet more fragile

Thu, 07/27/2023 - 21:29
One of the few democracies left in the Sahel, Niger now faces military rule just like its neighbours.
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The 'world's hottest month' explained... in 60 seconds

Thu, 07/27/2023 - 20:49
With July "virtually certain" to be the warmest month on record, BBC Weather has this analysis.
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Student in Mauritania charged with blasphemy over exam paper

Thu, 07/27/2023 - 20:18
The young woman could face the death penalty if found guilty by a court in Mauritania.
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Ousted president's party HQ set ablaze in Niger

Thu, 07/27/2023 - 19:44
Supporters of a coup take to the streets, with looting and demonstrations in the capital Niamey.
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Niger coup: Ruling party HQ attacked after President Bazoum ousted

Thu, 07/27/2023 - 19:23
The army chief gives his backing to the soldiers who took President Mohamed Bazoum captive.
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Netball World Cup 2023: South Africa, Malawi, Uganda and Zimbabwe aim high

Thu, 07/27/2023 - 17:00
As Africa prepares to host for the first time, BBC Sport Africa examines the chances of the continent's four participants: South Africa, Malawi, Uganda and Zimbabwe.
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