Ben Enwonwu: The Nigerian painter behind ‘Africa’s Mona Lisa’

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Nigerian master painter Ben Enwonwu's "Christine", dubbed "Africa's Mona Lisa", sells for over a million pounds.

Letter from Africa: How this teenager risked all for a life in limbo

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Meeting the family of a young Gambian who ran away to seek his fortune in Europe.

Rugby rehabilitation programme for Kenyan prisoners

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Inmates in Kenya say playing the sport teaches them discipline and gives them hope.

Morocco pardons journalist Hajar Raissouni jailed on abortion charges

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Activists said the charges against Hajar Raissouni were part of a crackdown on opposition media.

Morocco pardons journalist Hajar Raissouni jailed on abortion charges

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Activists said the charges against Hajar Raissouni were part of a crackdown on opposition media.

Ahmad Benali: Libya captain wants stability on and off the pitch

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Libya captain Ahmad Benali hopes to see a period of calm for the national team but says the safety of people in his homeland is more important than qualifying for major tournaments.

Eating insects: Testing out the delicacy in DR Congo

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Insects can be an eco-friendly alternative to meat and have long been part of DR Congo's cuisine.

Egypt archaeologists find 20 ancient coffins near Luxor

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The coffins, whose decorations are still visible, were uncovered at a Theban necropolis near Luxor.

Deadly parasite ‘jumped’ from gorilla to humans

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Discovery of mutation 50,000 years ago could help in the fight against malaria.

Algerian and French federations to discuss friendly

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Football bosses from both countries agree to meet in Algeria in early 2020 to talk about a first full international between the nations since 2001.