Zimbabwe lawmaker and poet dies after his car hits an elephant

Desire Moyo died a day before his 46th birthday - the four other MPs in the car have been taken to hospital.

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Nigeria names 'apolitical' law professor as new electoral chief

The Nigeria's electoral agency is under increased scrutiny, with growing calls for greater transparency.

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Catholic altar wine replaced after becoming a favourite in Kenyan bars

The previous brand was said to have lost its sanctity due to its widespread use outside the church.

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Deity dolls and people power: Africa's top shots

A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond.

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We need hospitals more than football stadiums, say Morocco's young protesters

Morocco will soon have the world's largest football stadium but this has angered many young people who want better services.

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Madagascar president asks for one year to resolve problems or he will resign

The movement behind the protests snubbed the meeting where the president made the promise.

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'I deeply hurt people by moving to Saudi Arabia'

In an interview with BBC Sport, Ashleigh Plumptre says she regrets losing the trust of some LGBT fans in women's football by moving to Saudi Arabia.

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Brits century helps SA respond to England crushing

Tazmin Brits' sublime century helps South Africa bounce back from their heavy defeat by England with a six-wicket win over New Zealand in the Women's World Cup.

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Nigerian minister accused of forging qualifications resigns

The forgery allegations have sparked outrage among some Nigerians, following a newspaper exposé.

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Chad cuts ties with wildlife charity linked to Prince Harry

The government says the charity African Parks displayed an arrogant and disrespectful attitude.

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Selfies and singing as Ethiopians celebrate thanksgiving

Photos capture the joy and unity present at this year's Irreecha festival.

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Conservative church group condemns choice of female Archbishop of Canterbury

The group, Gafcon, says that its followers believe "the Bible requires a male-only episcopacy".

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Who can still claim Africa's spots at 2026 World Cup?

Seven spots at the 2026 Fifa World Cup remain up for grabs as the group stage of African qualifying reaches its climax.

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Botswana 'on the verge of zero tariff deal with US on diamonds', president tells BBC

Botswana's diamond-reliant economy is under strain - the main diamond company saw a 50% drop in sales last year.

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Botswana 'on the verge of zero tariff deal with US on diamonds', president tells BBC

Botswana's diamond-reliant economy is under strain - the main diamond company saw a 50% drop in sales last year.

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South Africa win back-to-back Rugby Championships

South Africa overpower Argentina at Allianz Stadium in London to win back-to-back Rugby Championships for the first time.

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Ruthless England thrash SA in World Cup opener

England start their Women's World Cup campaign with a 10-wicket win in Guwahati after bowling out South Africa for just 69.

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'We only have the sea to live on' - Senegal's fishermen blame BP project for lack of fish

The huge off-shore facility run by BP means they now struggle to survive, the fishermen say.

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Thousands of workers in limbo as US-Africa trade deal expires

The BBC visits a Kenyan garment factory facing job losses if the deal known as Agoa is not renewed.

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Khan 'rolling dice' as promoter with Nigeria fight night

Amir Khan wants to build a legacy outside the ring as a boxing promoter as he brings a professional fight night to Nigeria.

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