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Nigerian inquiry after Ofili left off Olympic start list

Wed, 31/07/2024 - 19:09
Nigerian officials are trying to work out how Favour Ofili’s name was left off the entry list for the women’s 100m at Paris 2024.
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Le Clos primed for Paris after treading 'dark path'

Wed, 31/07/2024 - 14:00
South African swimmer Chad le Clos is ready to challenge in the Paris pool after having to "rebuild" following mental health struggles.
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Frustrated Nigerians vow 'days of rage' as hardships mount

Wed, 31/07/2024 - 10:12
Facing high living costs activists call for protests but the government says they should hold back.
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South Sudan’s 7ft 2in refugee basketballer

Tue, 30/07/2024 - 12:35
Olympics 2024: South Sudan refugee becomes NBA hopeful
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'The hijab is part of me' - beach volleyball star

Tue, 30/07/2024 - 12:26
Eight years after making history by wearing a hijab at the Olympics, Doaa Elghobashy wants to inspire more players at Paris 2024.
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‘They cry of hunger once they notice there’s no milk’

Mon, 29/07/2024 - 16:00
Malnutrition is rising in northern Nigeria, with many families struggling to feed their children.
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Nigerian boxer fails drugs test at Olympics

Sun, 28/07/2024 - 19:03
African Games champion Cynthia Ogunsemilore is suspended at the Olympics after testing positive for a banned diuretic and masking agent.
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Wrong national anthem played for South Sudan at Olympics

Sun, 28/07/2024 - 18:50
South Sudan says it felt disrespected by the gaffe, which organisers said was a "human error".
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The Kenyan enthralled by the healing power of plants

Sun, 28/07/2024 - 02:29
Kenyan Martin Odhiambo cultivates medicinal plants and hopes that remedies can one day be regulated.
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Ireland struggling in run chase against Zimbabwe

Sat, 27/07/2024 - 19:34
Zimbabwe paceman Richard Ngarava takes four wickets in a devastating spell to leave Ireland 33-5 in a run chase of 158 in the Test match at Stormont.
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My family went to help landslide victims and ended up dead

Sat, 27/07/2024 - 01:47
Meselesh Gosaye's home area in Ethiopia was hit by two landslides that buried hundreds under the mud.
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Six African competitors to watch at Paris 2024

Fri, 26/07/2024 - 18:27
Kenyan runner Faith Kipyegon and Eritrean cyclist Biniam Girmay are among six African athletes to keep an eye on at Paris 2024.
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How has Niger changed since the coup?

Fri, 26/07/2024 - 15:18
A year on since the military took power in Niger, the BBC looks at the changes the junta has overseen.
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How does it feel to miss out on the Olympics?

Fri, 26/07/2024 - 11:41
Thousands of athletes are bidding for medals at the Olympics, but how does it feel to miss out on appearing at Paris 2024?
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From Olympic braids to sunsets: Africa's top shots

Fri, 26/07/2024 - 02:51
A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent.
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Satellite images and doctor testimony reveal Tigray hunger crisis

Thu, 25/07/2024 - 23:13
Crisis is unfolding in northern Ethiopia - driven by drought, crop failure and insecurity following war.
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Satellite images and doctor testimony reveal Tigray hunger crisis

Thu, 25/07/2024 - 23:13
Crisis is unfolding in northern Ethiopia - driven by drought, crop failure and insecurity following war.
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Ireland on top against Zimbabwe in historic Test

Thu, 25/07/2024 - 19:54
Ireland reduce Zimbabwe from 121-1 to 210 all out to finish day one of the first Test match in Belfast in a strong position.
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'A calm fighter can weather any storm'

Thu, 25/07/2024 - 17:46
African heavyweight champion Adam Olaore is following a similar path to Anthony Joshua as he seeks to make history for Nigeria.
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'A calm fighter can weather any storm'

Thu, 25/07/2024 - 17:46
African heavyweight champion Adam Olaore is following a similar path to Anthony Joshua as he seeks to make history for Nigeria.
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