Kenya’s push to make ‘boda-boda’ motorbike taxis go electric

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The government wants Kenya's three million motorbike taxi riders to go green but only a few have done so.

Earning the trust of a 40-stone silverback gorilla

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A wildlife cameraman's close encounter with a silverback as he filmed a process designed to save the species.

DR Congo election: Three ministers and four governors disqualified for fraud and violence

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The election body disqualifies three ministers and four governors from last month's chaotic vote.

Anthony Joshua: Briton to face ex-UFC fighter Ngannou in Saudi Arabia, confirms promoter Hearn

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Promoter Eddie Hearn says Anthony Joshua will face ex-UFC fighter Francis Ngannou in Saudi Arabia.

Oscar Pistorius release: A reminder of South Africa’s femicide problem

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The freeing on parole of the ex-athlete reignites the discussion about violence against women in South Africa.

Afcon 2023: Zambia can lift title on return to finals, says captain Lubambo Musonda

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Zambia can win the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations despite missing the past three tournaments, according to captain Lubambo Musonda.

Indian navy rescues sailors on board a ship attacked by pirates off Somali coast

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No pirates were found on board the ship when commandos boarded it, Indian navy officials say.

A Tribe Called Judah becomes highest-earning Nigerian film

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The film has grossed over $1m in domestic theatres since it was released on 15 December last year.

Ousmane Sonko: Senegal courts hit opposition leader’s presidential hopes

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Two rulings make it less likely that opposition leader Ousmane Sonko can contest next month's election.

Africa’s week in pictures: 29 December 2023-4 January 2024

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A selection of the best photos from the African continent and beyond.