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The Netherlands government is expected to apologise for slavery with a speech by the prime minister.

Africa will win the World Cup 'within 15-20 years' says Morocco coach Walid Regragui, who has come closer than any coach to delivering that long-held aim.

The South African president is in a tight race with former Health Minister Zweli Mkhize to lead party.

Only 8.8% of eligible voters took part in parliamentary elections largely boycotted by the opposition.

As rebels step up attacks, the government has responded with air strikes in the Oromia region.

Hundreds of dogs and their owners came together for the 4th annual Lagos Dog Carnival.

Tshala Muana was known for both her voice and sexy dancing which led to calls for her to be banned.

President Cyril Ramaphosa is disrupted during the opening speech of the ANC party conference.

Tanitoluwa Adewumi rose to national stardom after winning a major tournament at eight years old.

Cyril Ramaphosa is under pressure as he opens the ANC conference where he is running for a new term.

Fifa president Gianni Infantino predicts a bright future for African football following the continent's 2022 World Cup display.

Ghana's president says the presence of Wagner fighters in its neighbour is distressing.

Morocco head coach Walid Regragui says his players can be proud that they are playing a seventh game at the 2022 World Cup, even though it is not Sunday's final.

People were said to be forcing their way into the O2 Academy, where Asake was performing.

India's drug regulator says lab tests haven't shown any evidence of contamination in the four cough syrups.

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

Washington makes a renewed effort to strengthen African ties in competition with China and Russia.

She was initially sentenced to death by stoning for adultery, prompting an international outcry.

Morocco's football federation protests to Fifa about refereeing decisions in Wednesday's World Cup semi-final loss to France.

It is claimed that Abu Agila Masud was abducted from his home before being transferred to the US.