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Kenya battles unsafe Chinese contraceptive pill a decade after ban

October 27, 2022 in African News /by BBC News - Africa

Susan Wamaitha was urged to take a Chinese-made contraceptive not knowing it was banned in Kenya.

Sudan: ‘No-one to intervene’ for woman sentenced to stoning

October 27, 2022 in African News /by BBC News - Africa

A lack of government ministers in Sudan hinders attempts to prevent a woman being stoned to death.

Six children in same Uganda family catch Ebola

October 26, 2022 in African News /by BBC News - Africa

Their schools in the capital Kampala have not been closed - yet the virus is highly contagious.

Ethiopia peace talks: how likely are they to succeed?

October 26, 2022 in African News /by BBC News - Africa

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

October 26, 2022 in African News /by BBC News - Africa

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

October 26, 2022 in African News /by BBC News - Africa

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?

October 26, 2022 in African News /by BBC News - Africa

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

Aggressive breast cancer hits black women harder

October 26, 2022 in African News /by BBC News - Africa

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

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

October 26, 2022 in African News /by BBC News - Africa

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

October 25, 2022 in African News /by BBC News - Africa

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