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Chad exploits Russian-Western rivalry to its advantage
President Mahamat Déby is getting closer to Moscow with the US and France nervously looking on.

Serial rapist in South Africa gets 42 life sentences
A court hears that Nkosinathi Phakathi, who mostly targeted children, is sentenced to multiple life terms.

WHO approves first mpox test for quick diagnosis
Lack of testing and delays in getting the results have made curbing the virus's spread harder.

Chagossians criticise lack of say in UK deal to hand over islands
Chagossians claim they were repeatedly refused the chance to take part in negotiations behind the historic deal.

Joy, fashion fluff and chocolate stuff: Africa's top shots
A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond.

At least 78 die as ferry capsizes on DR Congo lake
A video circulating online shows the boat tilting to one side and then sinking just before it arrived.

Tanzania news sites banned over animation deemed critical of president
The viral animation referred to a recent wave of abductions and killings of opposition activists.

How a mega dam has caused a mega power crisis for Zambia
A drought has caused an electricity crisis as Zambia heavily relies on the hydro-powered Kariba Dam.

Blunt and bold - Kenya's 'truth speaker' faces the sack
Kenya's deputy president, who faces impeachment, branded himself as "the truthful man".

Africans in Lebanon: ‘Everyone is nervous on campus’
Africans studying in Beirut are having to weigh up whether or not they should leave the country.

How sailors say they were tricked into smuggling cocaine to Cape Verde
The BBC sets out to find the man allegedly behind a plot to smuggle 1.2 tonnes of cocaine to Europe.

Diego Garcia - the secretive island they don't want you to see
BBC reporter gains access to the remote ocean territory despite UK and US attempts to stop her.

France's Mr Africa spills the beans on secret cash
Long a confidant of French and African leaders, Robert Bourgi lifts the lid on post-colonial relations.

Bold and fearless: Nigeria's latest star to headline in London
Ruger takes his distinctive twist on Afrobeats to the stage in the UK capital.

In pictures: Ethiopia festival fires burn bright despite downpour
Orthodox Christians in Ethiopia celebrate Meskel, the first major festival of the religious year.

'Rape me, not my daughter' - women tell BBC of sexual violence in Sudan's civil war
The BBC hears horrific accounts of rape from women trapped in the conflict between the army and the RSF.

Fire breathers and snowmen: Africa's week in pictures
A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent.

Toiling on a Kenyan flower farm to send fresh roses to Europe
Women work long and gruelling hours to grow the flowers sold across Europe.

Why Samia's hesitant reforms are fuelling Tanzanian political anger
Tanzania's first female president is accused of reneging on her promise to free up political activity.

Senegal part company with Afcon-winning coach Cisse
Aliou Cisse leaves his role as coach of Senegal's national side after a nine-and-a-half-year spell which included winning the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations.

A 'heart of gold' - Mutombo's humanitarian legacy
DR Congo-born Dikembe Mutombo has been hailed for his humanitarian work across Africa following his death aged 58 from brain cancer.

NBA legend Mutombo dies from brain cancer aged 58
NBA Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo dies from brain cancer at the age of 58.

Eto'o banned from attending Cameroon games
Samuel Eto'o is banned from attending Cameroon games at all levels for six months following breaches of Fifa's disciplinary code by the country's federation president.

Ethiopian runners complete Berlin Marathon double
Ethiopia's Milkesa Mengesha wins the men's Berlin Marathon as compatriot Tigist Ketema claims victory in the women's race.

South Africa win first Rugby Championship since 2019
South Africa hammer Argentina in Nelspruit to win the Rugby Championship for the first time since 2019.

How Arsenal became synonymous with black identity
Premier League club Arsenal has forged a deep connection with black culture and identity which goes far beyond sport.

Luvanga on 'hero' Ronaldo and 'becoming best in Africa'
On the eve of the new Saudi Women's Pro League season, Al-Nassr and Tanzania striker Clara Luvanga discusses life at the same club as Cristiano Ronaldo.

Best goalkeeper award nomination ‘surreal’ - Williams
South Africa captain Ronwen Williams hopes his nomination for global football's Yashin Trophy will provide motivation to his compatriots.

'A humanitarian at his core'
DR Congo-born Dikembe Mutombo has been hailed for his humanitarian work across Africa following his death aged 58 from brain cancer.

Inside a hospital on the front line of Sudan’s hunger crisis
One of the worst famines in decades could be underway in Sudan, aid workers warn.

The brothers breaking freestyle football world records
Meet Victor and Confidence Kipo, the young Nigerian siblings doing the trick when it comes to freestyle football.

Is Elon Musk’s Starlink a game changer for Africa?
The satellite internet company is expanding across Africa, but not without some controversy.

Why is Turkey deepening its ties with Somalia?
The two signed a new naval deal this year after more than a decade of strategic partnership.

Funeral of Ugandan Olympian killed by ex-partner takes place
Thousands of people attended the emotional event in Bukwo, to celebrate the life of Rebecca Cheptegei.

Rebecca Cheptegei: ‘An inspiration to girls in her community'
Rebecca Cheptegei's community have come together to mourn her after her ex-partner set her alight.

Meet Mauritius' 'Wonder Woman' hoping for Paralympic gold
Meet Noemi Alphonse, the wheelchair racer looking to create history for Mauritius at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games.

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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