‘Extravagant grannies…’

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This year's Lagos Photo Festival in Nigeria brings together well-known photographers and their take on identity in Africa.

Concrete canvas

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After nearly three years of war, South Sudanese artists want to get the country thinking and talking about peace, and have landed on a novel way to do it.

Octopus hunters of Zanzibar

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The white beaches of Zanzibar’s coast are home to the octopus hunters, in search of the delicacy.

Why is the Suez Canal a big deal? Explained in 60 secs

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Why is the Suez Canal a big deal? BBC News explains its historical significance, in 60 seconds.

Archive: Nelson Mandela released from prison

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Nelson Mandela is released from prison in South Africa, after serving 27 years for treason.