Detained and forced to have a ‘virginity test’

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Esra, a former political prisoner in Egypt describes the physical abuse she experienced while in detention.

Ethiopia’s Tigray crisis: Fears of a march into guerrilla warfare

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The government is hoping for a quick victory in Tigray but it may not be that simple.

Africa’s top shots: 20 – 26 November 2020

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A selection of the week's best photos from across the continent.

African Champions League: Cameroonian side PWD Bamenda’s rise above adversity

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Cameroon's PWD Bamenda are set for the Champions League five years after being in the fourth-tier all against a backdrop of political tension and violence.

Ahly and Zamalek set for Champions League history

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Friday's African Champions League final between Egyptian giants Al Ahly and Zamalek is the first between clubs from the same country.

Coronavirus in Africa: What you need to know know about the Covid-19 vaccines

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William Moss of Johns Hopkins university doesn't expect the vaccines to be available in Africa until late 2021.

Ethiopia’s Tigray crisis: Thousands seek refuge on Sudan-Ethiopia border

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The BBC's Anne Soy reports that aid agencies are struggling to cope as refugees continue to arrive.

Ethiopia’s Tigray crisis: PM declares assault on regional capital Mekelle

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PM Abiy Ahmed says the military will try not to harm civilians and urges people to stay at home.

Tigray crisis: How the Ethiopian army and TPLF clashed over an airport

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With communications largely cut to the Tigray region, both sides in the conflict are trying to control the narrative.

WWF vows to ‘do more’ after human rights abuse reports

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The conservation charity is accused of working with guards who allegedly tortured and killed people.