Sylvester Igboun: Nigerian is first African footballer to depart Russia

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Nigeria international Sylvester Igboun becomes the first African footballer to leave the Russian Premier League following the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Diébédo Francis Kéré: The first African to win architecture’s top award

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Diébédo Francis Kéré says receiving the Pritzker Prize has made him the "happiest man on this planet".

Nigerian volunteer: ‘Fighting in Ukraine is better than living here’

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Ukraine's embassies in some African countries have been told to stop recruiting combat volunteers.

War in Ukraine: Why Vladimir Putin couldn’t have trained fighters in Africa

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A misleading photo has been used by some to suggest the continent should support Russia in Ukraine.

Hakim Ziyech: Chelsea winger rejects latest Morocco call-up

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Chelsea winger Hakim Ziyech rejects the chance to play for Morocco in their 2022 World Cup play-off against DR Congo.

Rwanda fashion: Entrepreneur Sonia Mugabo on starting her own brand

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Sonia Mugabo left her job in New York to come back to home to Rwanda and start her own fashion brand.

Dudula: How South African anger has focused on foreigners

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Support seems to be growing for two groups who are campaigning against undocumented foreign nationals.

Row in Africa over 2023 Rugby World Cup qualifiers in France

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African rugby's governing body is accused of ignoring the interests of game on the continent after deciding to host 2023 Rugby World Cup qualifiers in France.

Nigerian student in Ukraine: ‘Mummy we keep hearing bombs’

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Hauwa's son Suleiman is a Nigerian student in Sumy - she says the family are fearful and anxious.

Africa’s week in pictures: 4-10 March 2022

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