‘Suárez used his hand to bat the ball’ recalls ex-Ghanian footballer, John Paintsil

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Former Ghanian footballer, John Paintsil relives the famous match against Uruguay at the 2010 World Cup in South Africa.

World Cup 2022: ‘We are here to live our dream’ says Morocco fan in Qatar

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Final score? Best player? Moroccan fans in Qatar look ahead of the game against Croatia.

Somalia: Rare access to its US-funded ‘lightning commando brigade

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The BBC goes on manoeuvres with the unit leading a growing offensive against al-Shabab militants.

Fact-checking claims France exploits African countries

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A video of an Italian politician claiming that France exploits African countries has been widely shared. Is she right?

‘I wouldn’t leave South Africa, I have a kid here’

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South African software developers discuss what it means to them to do business in the country.

Tanzania plane crash: Rescue efforts delayed, report finds

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Officials said rescue efforts were delayed as divers had little oxygen in their cylinders.

World Cup 2022: Tunisia coach hails fans after opening draw against Denmark

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Tunisia coach Jalel Kadri pays tribute to supporters after his side earn a precious point against Denmark in their World Cup opener.

Nigeria: Teens upcycle rubbish in modern fashion show

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A "trashion" show in Lagos raises awareness about the widespread plastic pollution issue in Nigeria.

Vibrant Tunisia hold Denmark to draw

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Denmark have to settle for a goalless draw against a spirited Tunisia in their Group D opening game in Qatar.

Kenya bans ‘biopiracy’ export of lucrative baobabs

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Farmers in the coastal county of Kilifi reportedly sold eight trees to a company based in Georgia.