Three South African women are killed by their partners every day

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South African women are being abused and killed by their partners, but the authorities are struggling to tackle the problem. Nomsa Moseko reports.

Africa’s week in pictures: 15-21 June 2018

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

Africa’s week in pictures: 15-21 June 2018

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

Why farms in Zimbabwe were confiscated

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As farmers are offered new leases, BBC Rewind looks at the background to the issue.

Riek Machar: South Sudan warlord turned peacemaker?

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Riek Machar has been a central figure in Sudanese and South Sudanese politics for around three decades.

Salva Kiir: South Sudan’s president in a cowboy hat

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Find out about the rebel commander who became the first president of Africa's newest country and has presided over its descent into civil war.

The true cost of a dream Ugandan wedding

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The desire for the perfect day has led to a boom in Uganda’s wedding industry - but these events come at a cost.

Ghanaian denied UK visa to save sister’s life

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Shirley Kordie's brother Joseph is a "perfect" stem cell match and is ready to donate.

Akon to build ‘real Wakanda’ in Senegal

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The multi-platinum selling artist announces his own cryptocurrency and city - both named after himself.

2018 Fifa World Cup: Why aren’t black managers invited to the party?

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Only one of the 32 teams at the world's biggest football tournament has a black manager, reflecting a historical lack of opportunities for minority professionals in all levels of the game.