Model Olivia Sang on ‘colourism’ in the fashion industry

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Model Olivia Sang wants to challenge perceptions of beauty.

Locked up in Canada for eight months ‘over name mix-up’

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A Canadian citizen is suing the government for $10m after he was imprisoned by border security.

Macron and Italian PM Conte back EU ‘asylum centres’ in African nations

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After a diplomatic row, French and Italian leaders propose new EU asylum processing centres in Africa.

World Cup 2018: Luka Modric penalty secures 2-0 win for Croatia against Nigeria

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Oghenekaro Etebo's own goal and a Luka Modric penalty give Croatia a winning World Cup start against Nigeria in a poor match.

Bloodless malaria test invented by Ugandans

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Inventors say the bloodless malaria test will save lives by identifying the disease much earlier.

World Cup 2018: Footballer Mohamed Salah ‘could rival Pele’

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The player's first coach says he could become the best footballer in world.

King of Morocco orders country to bid for 2030 World Cup

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King Mohammed VI of Morocco instructs the country to bid to host the 2030 World Cup after losing out on the rights for 2026.

Boris Becker: Central African Republic has bigger problems

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What you need to know about the Central African Republic, which made Boris Becker a diplomat in April 2018

The surprise place where hijab can spell trouble

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Wearing the Islamic headscarf, or hijab, is getting more difficult for some women in Egypt.

Africa’s week in pictures: 8-14 June 2018

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