Vanilla price rise proves chilling for ice-cream makers

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The higher cost of vanilla is proving chilling for an industry that relies on the exotic spice.

Tutankhamun ‘secret chamber’ does not exist, researchers find

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After years of study, it turns out a secret burial chamber of Queen Nefertiti does not exist.

Balogun says fitness is key for Nigeria’s World Cup hopes

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Nigeria defender Leon Balogun says it is crucial his fellow international team-mates stay injury-free ahead of the 2018 World Cup in Russia.

Nigeria Kaduna: Bandits slaughter 51 villagers

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A gang of what are said to be former cattle rustlers kills 51 adults and children, razing homes.

Champions League holders Wydad open group campaign with draw at Sundowns

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African Champions League holders Wydad Casablanca of Morocco draw 1-1 away to Mamelodi Sundowns of South Africa in their opening match of Group C.

Remembering Eritrea-Ethiopia border war: Africa’s unfinished conflict

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Twenty years ago, a fight for control of a dusty town on the Ethiopia-Eritrea border began - and continues to this day.

Ghana defender Rahman returns to Schalke squad after injury

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Ghana defender Baba Rahman returns to Schalke's squad for their game at Augsberg on Saturday, more than a year after suffering a serious knee injury.

Barcelona confirm trip to play SA champions Sundowns

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Barcelona confirm they will travel to play a friendly against South African champions Mamelodi Sundowns on 16 May.

Ahly held at home as Rollers take early lead in Group A

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Township Rollers of Botswana take an early lead in Group A of the African Champions League as Egypt's Al Ahly are held at home by Esperance.

BBC journalist Laeïla Adjovi wins Dakar Biennale art prize

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