African duo name Under-20 Women’s World Cup squads

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Africa's representatives at the Under-20 Women's World Cup finals, Nigeria and Ghana, have named their squads for next month's finals.

The nation where many think cycling is only for children

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Amateur cyclists in Sudan are challenging perceptions that biking is not for adults.

Carl Ikeme: Wolverhampton Wanderers goalkeeper announces retirement

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Wolves goalkeeper Carl Ikeme, who was diagnosed with acute leukaemia in July 2017, announces his retirement from football.

Aliou Cisse gets Senegal contract extension with tough target

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Aliou Cisse's contract as Senegal coach is extended by a year and is set the task of reaching the final of the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations.

Instagram poet Yrsa Daley-Ward on the gift of reading

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Yrsa Daley-Ward says publishing on Instagram has connected her to previously untapped audiences.

Why some African countries don’t want charity clothes

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Giving away your old clothes has consequences for African countries trying to develop their own textile industries.

Africa’s week in pictures: 20-26 July 2018

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

Zimbabwe election: Hustling for cash to survive

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Nothing shows the desperate state of Zimbabwe's economy more than the severe shortage of cash.

Egypt zoo accused of painting donkey to look like a zebra

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Cairo's International Garden municipal park denies painting black stripes on the animal.

South Sudan spends $16m on cars for MPs

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Each MP has received a loan of $40,000, about two weeks after extending President Kiir's term.