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Disbelief as Nigeria urges prayer to end food shortages
The agriculture ministry calls on divine intervention to achieve food security, angering many.

How Trump's Africa strategy may become a double-edged sword
US aid to Africa has been cut and now defence is in Trump's sights - but it may prove more costly.

At least 45 killed in central Nigeria raid
Conflict between nomadic herders and settled farmers over land and resources are common in the region.

Congolese rebels want peaceful solution to crisis, UN says
These are the highest-profile peace talks the UN has led since M23 rebels took over the city of Goma.

Senior Kenyan policeman arrested over blogger's killing
An investigation is under way into what really happened to Albert Ojwang in a police cell.

Nigeria pardons activist Ken Saro-Wiwa 30 years after execution
The deaths of the environmentalist and eight other campaigners sparked an global outcry in 1995.

South Africa win WTC to land first major title
South Africa beat Australia by five wickets in the World Test Championship final to end their long wait for a major global title.

Starvation alert as children fill Kenya refugee ward after US aid cuts
A UN official warns that hundreds of thousands in the sprawling camp are "slowly starving".

Funeral row causes chaos for mourners of Zambia's ex-president
Clashing ideas over how Edgar Lungu should be honoured have led to a political standoff.

Culture and colour come out in praise of a Nigerian king
The Ojude Oba festival in south-west Nigeria combines fashion and culture connecting people to their roots.

An ancient writing system confounding myths about Africa
How social media is pushing back against the still common idea that African societies never had a knowledge system.

'They have perfect dark skin': The African nation home to fashion's favourite models
Why models from South Sudan, a lush but troubled nation, are sought after by the big fashion brands.

Stars, stitches and stripes: Africa's top shots
A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond.

Italy citizenship referendum: 'I was born here - but feel rejected'
Italy is holding a citizenship referendum and it's proving so divisive that some, including the prime minister, are boycotting it.

On the hunt for Tiger, the fugitive linked to illegal South African gold mine where 78 died
The BBC tracks down people close to the alleged crime kingpin who escaped custody while awaiting trial.

One death every seven minutes: The world's worst country to give birth
Nigeria accounts for 29% of global maternal deaths - a lack of medics and poor facilities are partly to blame.

'I watched helplessly as water washed my family away' in Nigeria floods
Residents of a Nigeria town tell the BBC they are homeless and penniless after devastating floods.

Unpacking the South African land law that so inflames Trump
The law allows for land to be seized without compensation in rare cases and 'in the public interest'.

Heartbreak as cash-strapped Nigerians abandon their pets
Pet owners are struggling with the rising cost of living in the West African nation.

What will the expanded Club World Cup mean for Africa?
As four African sides prepare for the Club World Cup, BBC Sport Africa looks at what impact the expanded 32-team tournament could have on the continent.

Trivia-busting Rabada joins elite Lord's club of two
South Africa fast bowler Kagiso Rabada joins an elite Lord's club to increase the number of members to two, thanks to a five-wicket haul in the World Test Championship final.

'We made history' - Senegal first African side to beat England
Senegal beat England 3-1 at the City Ground on Tuesday to claim a first win for an African nation over England in 22 attempts.

Why 'electrical' Mbeumo is aiming high
Bryan Mbeumo has become one of the most sought-after players in the English Premier League.

'Improving every day' – Mbeumo on his best season
Bryan Mbeumo's stellar Premier League season with Brentford has seen him linked with a move to Manchester United. But what is the secret of his success?

Stadium security in Kenya a concern as CHAN looms
Robust safety measures are required before the Confederation of African Football gives the green light to Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda to host CHAN.

World Boxing sorry for naming Khelif in rule change
World Boxing apologises for naming Olympic champion Imane Khelif in the governing body's announcement of mandatory sex testing.

'Maybe Man Utd or Barca' - where next for Osimhen?
Nigeria boss Eric Chelle expects Europe's top sides to show interest in Victor Osimhen after the striker helped Galatasaray to claim the Turkish title.

Nigerian state in mourning after 22 die in road accident
Kano State declares Monday as a day of mourning after 22 people died a road accident while returning from a sports festival in south-west Nigeria.

Pyramids win maiden African Champions League title
Pyramids win their first ever African Champions League title after beating Mamelodi Sundowns 2-1 in Cairo to seal a 3-2 win on aggregate.

African legends bring hope to Somali football
Somalians hope hosting Emmanuel Adebayor, Samuel Eto'o and Jay Jay Okocha in a legends game can help bring international football back to the country after nearly 40 years.

What happens if you mix football and skateboarding?
In Nigeria's northern Kano State, an unusual form of football is changing lives. Skate soccer is a fast-paced six-a-side sport which combines skateboards and the beautiful game.

Watch moment Trump ambushes Ramaphosa with video
In an extraordinary Oval Office meeting, Trump pressed Cyril Ramaphosa on widely discredited claims of a white genocide in South Africa.

'I don't want it to die': The teen black pioneer preserving cavalry sport
Makhosazana Dlomo is South Africa's only black participant in the traditional cavalry sport of tent pegging.

Tidjane Thiam: It is not for the regime to eliminate opposition leaders
Tidjane Thiam has been banned from standing in October's elections in Ivory Coast. So what is his next move?

Hoops and rhymes boosting Africa's creative economy
The Basketball Africa League is is leveraging the power of entertainment to help grow the game on the continent and boost Africa's creative economy.

Watch: Might the next pope come from Africa?
The Archbishop of Abuja in Nigeria speaks to the BBC about how the next pontiff could be selected.

Local Housing

This is one of the main issues facing local people. The inadequacy of social housing stock continues to be the main concerns of local people. And it is getting worst.

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Drugs And Illegal Substances

Taking illegal drug is always fraught with danger. You don't need me to tell you that - your grand mother will say the same. The high very often tend to perpetual low that you will never get out from. Get advise now before it is too late

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Knife Attacks

Who goes around with a knive as weapon of protection is deluded. It will inevitably be your comeuppance. Just in case you do not understand, it will kill you. There is no justification for carrying a knive excerpt when you are foraging in the jungle.

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Gang Culture

We were all young once - doing things adults will frown upon. This was at school or in the play grounds. But as we grew up, people we wanted to associate with start to shrink in numbers as our brain matured correspondingly and as a result doing the right thing. Pick your friends judiciously.

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Local Parks

From a personal experience - the local park is a refuge for meditation,physical exploration and mental rejuvination. Just go for a slow run and see how you feel afterwards. Physical and mentally rewarding. Don't just take my words for it - it is a scientific fact. Please do try it.

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