Cyclone Batsirai: Whole villages swept away in Madagascar

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At least six people die and 50,000 are displaced as Cyclone Batsirai brings widespread destruction.

What we know about the killing of Moise Kabagambe in Brazil

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The murder of Moise Kabagambe, a Congolese migrant, in Brazil was captured on video and caused public outrage.

Afcon 2021: Cameroon reflect on semi-final exit on penalties against Egypt

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Cameroon's semi-final penalty shoot-out defeat at the Africa Cup of Nations is the "harsh reality of sport", says coach Toni Conceicao.

Covid: South Africa makes its own version of Moderna vaccine

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Scientists there say it could help increase very low vaccination rates across Africa.

Africa’s week in pictures: 28 January-3 February 2022

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A selection of the best photos from across the African continent this week.

Africa Cup of Nations: Egypt coach wants final day against Senegal moved

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Egypt assistant boss Diaa al-Sayed wants their Africa Cup of Nations final against Senegal to be played on Monday instead of Sunday.

Cameroon 0-0 Egypt (1-3 pens): Mohamed Salah’s side into Afcon final

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Egypt edged past hosts Cameroon in a penalty shootout after a goalless draw to set up an Africa Cup of Nations final against Senegal.

Afcon 2021: Senegal players want to win for under-pressure coach Aliou Cisse and country

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Sadio Mane says Senegal's players are determined to ease the pressure on coach Aliou Cisse by winning the Africa Cup of Nations.

Rayan: Moroccan rescuers inch nearer to boy stuck in well for days

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The five-year-old boy, Rayan, fell into the well while playing in the Moroccan town of Tamorot.

Africa Cup of Nations: South Africa’s 1996 triumph and its role in post-apartheid change

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South Africa's 1995 Rugby World Cup win was a huge moment in the country's post-apartheid history. Within a year, there was another.