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Liberian leader George Weah hailed for his sportsmanship after accepting defeat

Sun, 11/19/2023 - 23:41
Across the divide, there is relief that Liberia's leader and ex-football star conceded to his rival.
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Mamelodi Sundowns win Women's African Champions League for second time

Sun, 11/19/2023 - 20:07
Mamelodi Sundowns win the Women's African Champions League for a second time by beating Sporting Club Casablanca.
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World Cup 2026 qualifying: Egypt win but Nigeria draw again

Sun, 11/19/2023 - 19:22
Egypt keep up their perfect start in qualifying for the 2026 Fifa World Cup but Nigeria drop points once again.
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Sudan conflict: ‘Our lives have become a piece of hell’

Sat, 11/18/2023 - 01:33
Those living through the war, now in its seventh month, tell the BBC conditions are worse than ever.
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Joseph Boakai: Who is Liberia's next president, set to replace George Weah

Sat, 11/18/2023 - 00:43
The opposition candidate Joseph Boakai is on track to be Liberia's next president, but what do we know about him?
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Tanzanian student taken hostage by Hamas confirmed dead

Fri, 11/17/2023 - 22:51
Clemence Felix Mtenga was an agriculture intern in Israel at the time of the Hamas attack.
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World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Ghana survive scare, Ivory Coast hit nine and Onana injured in Cameroon win

Fri, 11/17/2023 - 22:37
Inaki Williams earns Ghana a late victory in World Cup qualifying as Cameroon goalkeeper Andre Onana suffers an injury scare and Ivory Coast hit nine past Seychelles.
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Liberia election results: Joseph Boakai on track to defeat George Weah

Fri, 11/17/2023 - 20:18
Joseph Boakai maintains a slim lead over President Weah with nearly all results announced.
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John Obi Mikel on African players sending money to family back home

Fri, 11/17/2023 - 18:30
John Obi Mikel says African footballers are subject to an extra "tax" as they often have to pay to support extended family back home.
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Sudan civil war: Darfur's Jem rebels join army fight against RSF

Fri, 11/17/2023 - 14:19
A rebel leader tells the BBC his forces will fight a paramilitary group accused of ethnic cleansing.
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Kenya police: Much-criticised security force to get big pay boost

Fri, 11/17/2023 - 13:12
The 40% salary rise over three years is designed to increase morale as well as tackle corruption.
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Kenya's President Ruto one of four Africans on Time climate leaders list

Fri, 11/17/2023 - 11:44
Time magazine honoured Mr Ruto and three other Africans for their work in fighting climate change.
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Zimbabwe declares state of emergency in Harare over cholera

Fri, 11/17/2023 - 09:08
At least 50 people are said to have died so far with over 7,000 suspected cases.
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African Football League: Is it 'best thing' for continent or 'super silly'?

Fri, 11/17/2023 - 08:13
The African Football League has attracted both praise and concern after its initial edition featuring eight teams.
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Angélique Kidjo on being hangry and Africa's tsunami of talent

Fri, 11/17/2023 - 03:01
The African music star mulls her 40-year career, which is to be celebrated at the Royal Albert Hall.
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Africa's week in pictures: 10-16 November 2023

Fri, 11/17/2023 - 02:35
A selection of the best photos from across the African continent this week.
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Liberia election result: George Weah and Joseph Boakai in neck and neck race

Thu, 11/16/2023 - 21:48
The opposition's Joseph Boakai has a tiny lead over President George Weah, with 85% of votes counted.
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Madagascar polls close and opposition shuns votes

Thu, 11/16/2023 - 19:33
President Rajoelina is seeking a third term in a poll that has been marred by an opposition boycott.
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World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Mohamed Salah hits four for Egypt, Nigeria held at home by Lesotho

Thu, 11/16/2023 - 19:24
Mohamed Salah hits four goals for Egypt in 2026 World Cup qualifying but Nigeria are held to a draw at home by minnows Lesotho.
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Cricket World Cup 2023: Australia into final after a thrilling victory over South Africa

Thu, 11/16/2023 - 18:19
Australia are through to the World Cup final after a tension-filled three-wicket win over South Africa in Kolkata.
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