History of Africa: Beauty tips from the ancient Kingdom of Kush

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The BBC's Zeinab Badawi attends a wedding breakfast in northern Sudan to witness the enduring beauty techniques of an 8th Century Kushite princess.

Riyad Mahrez: Leicester reject Roma bid for Algeria winger

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Leicester City reject 'low offer' from Roma for winger Riyad Mahrez, Foxes boss Craig Shakespeare confirms.

Singers and skippers

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A selection of the best photos from across Africa this week.

The man who migrated twice

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What is life like for those involved in Europe's great migration?

Harar – the Ethiopian city known as ‘Africa’s Mecca’

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Our correspondent visits the ancient city of Harar as it celebrates its 1,010th anniversary.

Chinese Uighurs fear Egypt deportation

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Muslim Uighurs detained by Egyptian police fear harsh treatment if they are deported to China.

Players ‘more attractive’ after Africa Cup of Nations move

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African players will become a better proposition for European clubs after timings for the Africa Cup of Nations were changed, say leading agents.

Ethiopia: The hyenas of Harar

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Emmanuel Igunza reports from the ancient city of Harar in Ethiopia, where it appears man and hyena have evolved a mutually beneficial - if unlikely arrangement.

Africa Cup of Nations moved to June and July and expanded to 24 teams

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The 2019 Africa Cup of Nations will be held in June and July, the Confederation of African Football has confirmed.

Xanda, son of Cecil the lion, killed by hunter in Zimbabwe

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Xanda, the six-year-old son of Cecil the lion, is shot dead by trophy hunters in Zimbabwe.