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In a fractious nation, the dam's construction has brought people together despite controversy abroad.

Simone Gbagbo will run against President Alassane Ouattara, who is seeking a controversial fourth term.

A funeral ceremony was being held in a village when the night-time assault took place, officials say.

This is the court's first-ever confirmation of charges hearing without the accused present.

Global Sumud Flotilla says a fire was started but Tunisian authorities deny that a drone was involved.

An in-depth look at Manchester United's goalkeeping situation as Andre Onana prepares to leave on loan.

Jacob Bethell scores his first professional century before Jofra Archer runs through South Africa as England earn a thumping consolation victory in Southampton.

Jacob Bethell scores his first professional century before Jofra Archer runs through South Africa as England earn a thumping consolation victory in Southampton.

France face Ireland next Sunday in the Women's Rugby World Cup quarter-finals, sealing top spot in Pool D by hammering South Africa in Northampton.

Kenya's Sheila Chepkirui claims victory in the Great North Run women's race as Eilish McColgan finished third.

Kenya's Sheila Chepkirui claims victory in the Great North Run women's race as Eilish McColgan finished third.

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.

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.