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New research shows a genetic link between African ancestry and triple negative breast cancer.

Pretoria says it sees no reason to seize the yacht owned by Russia's richest man, Alexei Mordashov.

These are the first formal negotiations since the devastating conflict began nearly two years ago.

Such incidents are not uncommon in Uganda where boarding school dormitories can be overcrowded.

The President of the DRC Félix Tshisekedi says his relationship with Rwanda's Paul Kagame is 'cold'.

Nujuum Hashi has overcome traditional prejudice to become a respected artist in Somalia.

Following nationwide protests, reporter Ishaq Khalid explains how Chad has got to this point.

South Africa and Zimbabwe's opening Super 12s game at the T20 World Cup is finally abandoned because of rain in a strange conclusion.

Arhsad Sharif was killed by Kenyan police officers in what they say was a case of mistaken identity.

A father carried his son's weight up Mount Kilimanjaro to raise awareness of meningitis.

Uganda insists on exploiting its fossil-fuel riches, despite Europe's environmental concerns.

The discovery of a 4km-long pipeline built by thieves to steal Nigeria's crude leaves many in shock.

The fire started on Friday night along one of the mountain's most popular climbing routes.

Giorgia Meloni's promises to crack down on immigration concerns the African community living in Sicily.

The discovery of a grave of suspected trafficking victims is lamentable, a minister tells the BBC.

Ghana announce two national days of prayer and fasting to boost the Black Stars' chances of success with just under a month to go to the World Cup in Qatar.

Around 50 people died in pro-democracy protests as the international community condemns violence.

The wildlife authority describes this as a landmark punishment in the protection of rare species.

A selection of the best photos from across Africa and beyond this week.

Cameroon will 'try everything' to get NBA star Joel Embiid to commit to play for their national side rather than France.