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Rafiki director Wanuri Kahiu on Kenya's decision to ban the film, and its success at the Cannes Film Festival.

Some simple techniques can help prevent the spread of Ebola.

Some simple techniques can help prevent the spread of Ebola.

A new law in Kenya imposes fines of up to $50,000 and/or up to two years in prison.

A new law in Kenya imposes fines of up to $50,000 and/or up to two years in prison.

A Ghanaian seeks justice for his friends who were killed in The Gambia during Yahya Jammeh's rule.

Sam Nzima dashed to the scene of a shooting in 1976 just in time to see a child falling to the ground.

Africa's oldest park has been forced to suspend tourism following following the killing of a ranger and the abduction of tourists.

It is unrealistic to think Ebola will ever be eradicated, but it is now easier to prevent a crisis.

The series of photos tells the story of a fictional creature breaking free from African stereotypes.

The series of photos tells the story of a fictional creature breaking free from African stereotypes.

The singer returns from exile to a hero's welcome but still wants changes for suffering Zimbabweans.

The singer returns from exile to a hero's welcome but still wants changes for suffering Zimbabweans.

Ghanaian journalist Elizabeth Ohene supports the name eSwatini, but suggests "land of many wives".

Ghanaian journalist Elizabeth Ohene supports the name eSwatini, but suggests "land of many wives".

How one girl started an app to stop harassment of students on the commute to school in Tanzania.

How one girl started an app to stop harassment of students on the commute to school in Tanzania.

Thousands attend a memorial service in South Africa to pay tribute to anti-apartheid activist.

Thousands attend a memorial service in South Africa to pay tribute to anti-apartheid activist.

Joseph Warungu reflects on the plight of Kenyan opposition supporters after their leader reconciled with his political nemesis.