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Inside the beauty pageant in one of the world’s worst places to be a woman

Tue, 07/16/2024 - 01:35
Somali women break cultural taboos to take part in a contest aimed at giving them confidence.
Categories: Africa

Inside the beauty pageant in one of the world’s worst places to be a woman

Tue, 07/16/2024 - 01:35
Somali women break cultural taboos to take part in a contest aimed at giving them confidence.
Categories: Africa

Inside the beauty pageant in one of the world’s worst places to be a woman

Tue, 07/16/2024 - 01:35
Somali women break cultural taboos to take part in a contest aimed at giving them confidence.
Categories: Africa

Secret 'sky island' rainforest saved by new discoveries

Tue, 07/16/2024 - 01:29
Dozens of unique animal and insect finds have helped secure protection for an unspoilt mountain forest.
Categories: Africa

Secret 'sky island' rainforest saved by new discoveries

Tue, 07/16/2024 - 01:29
Dozens of unique animal and insect finds have helped secure protection for an unspoilt mountain forest.
Categories: Africa

Zambia made education free, now classrooms are crammed

Mon, 07/15/2024 - 00:41
The government is boosting investment to try and ensure everyone can benefit from good schooling.
Categories: Africa

Zambia made education free, now classrooms are crammed

Mon, 07/15/2024 - 00:41
The government is boosting investment to try and ensure everyone can benefit from good schooling.
Categories: Africa

Rwanda's 99% man set to extend his three decades in power

Sun, 07/14/2024 - 06:27
President Paul Kagame's electoral success comes with questions about his democratic credentials.
Categories: Africa

Late Frawley drop-goal gives Irish thrilling win over South Africa

Sat, 07/13/2024 - 19:03
Ciaran Frawley kicks a last-gasp drop-goal as Ireland edge South Africa in a classic Test in Durban and earn a drawn series.
Categories: Africa

I cannot forgive Mugabe's soldiers – massacre survivor

Sat, 07/13/2024 - 02:17
Zimbabwe's president launches a new investigation into ethnic massacres of the 1980s.
Categories: Africa

I cannot forgive Mugabe's soldiers – massacre survivor

Sat, 07/13/2024 - 02:17
Zimbabwe's president launches a new investigation into ethnic massacres of the 1980s.
Categories: Africa

Children killed in Nigeria school collapse

Fri, 07/12/2024 - 21:58
Media reports say at least 17 students lost their lives and more than 100 other are trapped in the rubble.
Categories: Africa

Kenya's police chief resigns after deadly anti-tax protests

Fri, 07/12/2024 - 18:27
His resignation comes a day after the Kenyan president sacked most of his cabinet.
Categories: Africa

The three-way international tussle for Lamine Yamal

Fri, 07/12/2024 - 13:14
Both Equatorial Guinea and Morocco tried to persuade the Spanish-born teenage sensation to play for them.
Categories: Africa

The three-way international tussle for Lamine Yamal

Fri, 07/12/2024 - 13:14
Both Equatorial Guinea and Morocco tried to persuade the Spanish-born teenage sensation to play for them.
Categories: Africa

Prisoners escape from Niger jail that holds jihadists

Fri, 07/12/2024 - 08:04
Authorities impose curfew in the volatile Tillaberi region after inmates escape from a major prison.
Categories: Africa

Fancy fascinators and prickly pears: Africa's top shots

Fri, 07/12/2024 - 02:51
A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent.
Categories: Africa

Fancy fascinators and prickly pears: Africa's top shots

Fri, 07/12/2024 - 02:51
A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent.
Categories: Africa

Mixed reaction as South Africa dumps superfans

Thu, 07/11/2024 - 19:01
South Africa split after new sports minister announces end to government funding for country’s most recognisable supporters.
Categories: Africa

Nigeria-EU deal sparks false claims over LGBT rights

Thu, 07/11/2024 - 17:59
Misinformation about a European Union partnership pact has whipped up hostility towards the gay community.
Categories: Africa

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