An ancient writing system confounding myths about Africa

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How social media is pushing back against the still common idea that African societies never had a knowledge system.

An ancient writing system confounding myths about Africa

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How social media is pushing back against the still common idea that African societies never had a knowledge system.

Liberia’s ex-speaker charged with arson over parliament fire

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The blaze broke out a day after protests over plans to oust former speaker Jonathan Fonati Koffa.

Why ‘electrical’ Mbeumo is aiming high

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Bryan Mbeumo has become one of the most sought-after players in the English Premier League.

Why ‘electrical’ Mbeumo is aiming high

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Bryan Mbeumo has become one of the most sought-after players in the English Premier League.

‘They have perfect dark skin’: The African nation home to fashion’s favourite models

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Why models from South Sudan, a lush but troubled nation, are sought after by the big fashion brands.

‘They have perfect dark skin’: The African nation home to fashion’s favourite models

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Why models from South Sudan, a lush but troubled nation, are sought after by the big fashion brands.

‘They have perfect dark skin’: The African nation home to fashion’s favourite models

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Why models from South Sudan, a lush but troubled nation, are sought after by the big fashion brands.

Wagner to withdraw from Mali after ‘completing mission’

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The Russian mercenary group is leaving amid an uptick in deadly Islamist insurgent attacks.

Stars, stitches and stripes: Africa’s top shots

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