Sudan crisis: Sudanese singer Shaden Gardood killed in crossfire

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Shaden Gardood, 37, died one day after Sudan's warring parties signed a deal to protect civilians.

South African pantsula dance ‘saved my life’

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Meet Lerato Motsepe of the Soweto Skeleton Movers. She talks about how she expresses herself through dance.

Kenyan farmer: ‘I’m afraid that elephants will kill me’

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Prolonged drought in southern Kenya has led the giant mammals to encroach on farms to find food.

Sudan conflict: Grandmother died trapped by fighting in Khartoum

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Alaweya Reshwan died at home in Khartoum, trapped by the fighting that is tearing Sudan apart.

Victor Osimhen: Napoli star the latest African scoring success in Italy

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As Victor Osimhen overtakes George Weah’s goals record, BBC Sport Africa looks at other Africans who have been a hit in Serie A.

Kenya: Wild lion Loonkiito, ‘one of the world’s oldest’, killed

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"Symbol of resilience" Loonkiito was killed after preying on livestock in a Kenyan village on Wednesday.

Netflix series about Cleopatra sparks controversy

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A Netflix docudrama series has sparked controversy over the skin-tone of the lead actress.

South Africa says US ambassador apologised for alleging country supplied arms to Russia

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Reuben Brigety alleged a Russian ship was loaded with ammunition and weapons in Cape Town last year.

Sudan conflict: Army and RSF agree deal to protect civilians

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They agree to allow safe passage for civilians and to protect relief workers but not to a ceasefire.

Africa’s week in pictures: 5-11 May 2023

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