Ferdinand Omanyala: Africa’s fastest man unfazed by shadow of drugs ban

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Kenya's Ferdinand Omanyala, the new African 100m record holder, insists he is not worried about questions raised by his 2017 drugs ban.

Paul Rusesabagina: From Hotel Rwanda hero to convicted terrorist

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Paul Rusesabagina, who was portrayed in Hotel Rwanda, has gone from national hero to enemy of the state.

Hotel Rwanda hero Paul Rusesabagina convicted on terror charges

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A Rwandan court sentences Paul Rusesabagina to 25 years for supporting a terrorist group.

Endangered South African penguins killed by swarm of bees near Cape Town

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More than 60 protected birds were found on the beach with multiple bee-stings but no other injuries.

South African whistle-blower: I don’t feel safe

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Mosilo Mothepu has paid a heavy price for speaking out about corruption in her firm.

Burundi floods: Lake Tanganyika’s water levels rise

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Heavy rains have caused water levels to rise, forcing about 100,000 people to flee, a charity says.

Street dreams of Nairobi dance crew hoping to beat the odds

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A group of street dancers in Nairobi, Kenya, struggle against the odds to become celebrities.

Zimbabwe storm back to beat Scotland by six wickets and clinch T20 series 2-1

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Milton Shumba's stunning knock of 66 from 29 balls propelled Zimbabwe to a thrilling victory against Scotland in their Twenty20 series decider in Edinburgh.

Johannesburg mayor Jolidee Matongo killed in car crash

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South Africa's President Ramaphosa pays tribute to Jolidee Matongo, who died at the age of 46.

Germaine Acogny: ‘The Mother of Contemporary African Dance’

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Germaine Acogny has recently been awarded the prestigious Golden Lion award at the Venice Biennale Dance festival. But what impact has she had on African contemporary dance?