Ethiopia peace talks: how likely are they to succeed?

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The much-awaited talks, facilitated by the African Union, are the first formal attempt to bring peace in Ethiopia.

U17 Women’s World Cup: Nigeria beaten on penalties by Colombia in semi-finals

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Nigeria are beaten by Colombia on penalties in the semi-finals of the Under-17 Women's World Cup, extending Africa's wait for a maiden finalist.

Agnes Tirop: Family await justice a year on from Kenyan runner’s murder

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A year on from Agnes Tirop's murder, her parents are still waiting for justice amid calls to tackle gender-based violence in Kenya.

COP27: What is the Egypt climate conference and why is it important?

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This year's climate summit comes amid spiralling energy costs and diplomatic tensions.

Aggressive breast cancer hits black women harder

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New research shows a genetic link between African ancestry and triple negative breast cancer.

Ukraine war: South Africa row over Russian superyacht’s arrival

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The government insists an oligarch's luxury yacht can dock, but Cape Town's mayor wants to block it.

Ethiopia civil war: Warring sides begin peace talks

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These are the first formal negotiations since the devastating conflict began nearly two years ago.

Fire kills 11 at Uganda school for visually impaired children

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A dormitory fire kills 11 children at a boarding school for visually impaired children.

President Félix Tshisekedi on COP27, M23, Kagame and PSG

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The President of the DRC Félix Tshisekedi says his relationship with Rwanda's Paul Kagame is 'cold'.

The sand doodler who conquered her Somali Islamic critics

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Nujuum Hashi has overcome traditional prejudice to become a respected artist in Somalia.