The Nigerian doctor trying to help Africans in Ukraine

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Dr Awofaa Gogo Abite fled Ukraine because of the war - but he is now providing medical help to others at the border.

Stephen Mokoka breaks world record on 50km debut

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South Africa's Stephen Mokoka breaks the 50km record in his first race at the distance.

Viewpoint on Ukraine: Why African wars get different treatment

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The global response to the conflict in Ukraine highlights a double standard, writes Maher Mezahi.

Africans trapped in Ukraine unable to escape conflict with Russia

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BBC Africa can spoken to several Africans still trapped across Ukraine.

Korrine Sky: Africans in Ukraine are ‘crying out for help’

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Zimbabwean student Korrine Sky is trying to help African students trapped in Ukraine.

Nigerian Afrobeats star Davido: Other things excite me more than music

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The Nigerian Afrobeats star talks to the BBC about his future plans, and why he won't take up politics.

Freeman Mbowe: Tanzania’s opposition leader finally released

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The release of Freeman Mbowe could herald the end of political repression, analysts say.

Why did 17 African countries abstain from the UN vote on Ukraine?

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BBC Africa correspondents explain why 17 African countries abstained from voting on the UN resolution on Ukraine.

Basketball Africa League: 2022 season to tip off with women’s landmark

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More must be done to encourage female coaches, says the first woman to take charge of a Basketball Africa League club.

Riky Rick: South African rap star who died aged 34

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Riky Rick was one of South Africa's top rappers but there was always a hidden side to his fame.