Why Africa couldn’t get urgent global deal on drought

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Africa has been hit by 14 extreme droughts in the past two years alone - more than any other continent.

Mozambique insurgency: Why 24 countries have sent troops

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Mozambique is at the heart of a global battle for influence, even though its conflict has local roots.

French Open: Ons Jabeur beaten in first round by Magda Linette

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Sixth seed Ons Jabeur suffers a surprise first-round defeat by Magda Linette on the opening day of the French Open.

Nigeria: Four die in Lagos Island building collapse

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Four people die after a three-storey building collapsed in an upmarket area of Lagos.

What beauty parlours reveal about Somali women

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Somali women are usually expected to cover up and keep quiet - beauty parlours are a welcome relief.

Nigeria’s facial scars: The last generation

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The marks were a way of identifying the lineage of people, but the practice has been outlawed.

Confederation Cup: RS Berkane win shoot-out to lift trophy

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Moroccans RS Berkane win their second Confederation Cup final in two years after beating Orlando Pirates on penalties.

World Championships: Success for African women boxers

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Five African fighters are heading home from the Women's Boxing World Championships with medals after the event in Turkey.

Monkeypox: Do we need to be worried about it?

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BBC Africa's Jameisha Prescod breaks down what we know about this rare disease.

UK-Rwanda asylum seekers’ deal: Good news for Kigali hotels

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The controversial deal to send migrants from the UK to Rwanda is good news for its hospitality business.