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Ethiopian athlete Yomif Kejelcha sets a new world record on his way to winning the Valencia Half Marathon.

President Masisi hopes to lead his party to victory, but the opposition says the nation needs to be saved.

How one man is trying to protect people accused of witchcraft from lynchings and abuse.

Arguments about reparations rumbled once again this week as the King spoke at the Commonwealth summit in Samoa.

Victor Boniface and Mohamed Salah are among the footballers omitted from the African player of the year shortlist, sparking debate online.

How much do we really understand about the virus formerly known as monkeypox?

How much do we really understand about the virus formerly known as monkeypox?

Ademola Lookman says he is "never satisfied" despite his performances for Nigeria and Atalanta earning him a nomination for the Ballon d'Or.

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

Former Arsenal, Man City and Real Madrid striker Emmanuel Adebayor aims to help the next generation in Togo after hanging up his boots.

An electric fast train now links the capital to the country's commercial hub Dar es Salaam.

Zimbabwe set a world record for the highest team score in a men's international T20, scoring 344 runs against The Gambia.

As the new NBA season tips off, players like Joel Embiid and Victor Wembanyama continue to demonstrate Africa's influence on the competition.

Russian President Vladimir Putin is welcoming more than 20 world leaders to the Brics summit.

South Africa bowler Kagiso Rabada has taken his 300th Test wicket - and here's how he compares to other all-time greats.

Despite the dangers, the transporters of the illicit brew see it as a way out of poverty.

Rivers have been polluted and forests destroyed on a shocking scale by illegal gold miners.

There is a long history of African leaders hiding or lying about their health to keep rivals at bay.

Ex-law professor and Interior Minister Kithure Kindiki has been a loyal ally to President Ruto.

Climate change is wreaking havoc on farmers in Nigeria.