Caf urges UK government to allow players’ release

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The UK government should exempt African international footballers to allow them to travel to World Cup qualifiers, Caf says.

New species of ancient four-legged whale discovered in Egypt

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The three-metre whale was found in Egypt and has been named after Anubis, the ancient god of death.

Trial suggests malaria sickness could be cut by 70%

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Seasonal vaccines and drugs could save millions of young lives in Africa, researchers say.

Kenya’s Deputy President Ruto campaigns for ‘Hustler Nation’

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Deputy President William Ruto is portraying himself as the champion of the poor ahead of elections.

Tortoise eating bird caught on camera by conservationist

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It is believed to be the first time this behaviour of giant tortoises has been documented.

Tokyo Paralympics 2020: Kgothatso Montjane, South Africa’s wheelchair tennis hope

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South Africa's wheelchair tennis star Kgothatso Montjane is aiming for a medal at the Tokyo Paralympics.

Matip declined offer of Cameroon return – Conceicao

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Cameroon coach Antonio Conceicao says Liverpool defender Joel Matip turned down his invitation to return to the Indomitable Lions.

British stamps banned from Chagos Islands in Indian Ocean

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A vote by the world's postal union moves Mauritius closer to wresting UK control of the archipelago.

Madagascar on the brink of climate change-induced famine

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The country is on the brink of experiencing the world's first "climate change famine", the UN says.

Zambia President Hakainde Hichilema: No-one should go to bed hungry

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Hakainde Hichilema says in his inauguration address he will deal with the high cost of living.