The Somali funk spirit that has overcome anarchy and exile

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Somalia's music scene is booming once again after years of conflict and Islamist threats.

Caf officer banned for ‘indecency’ denies wrongdoing

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A media officer for the Confederation of African Football who has been suspended for "indecent conduct" denies wrongdoing.

CHAN: Morocco ‘ultimatum’ still overshadowing tournament

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Why politics continues to dominate the African Nations Championship despite a number of exciting stories from the opening rounds.

South Africa to send 12 cheetahs a year to India

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Asian cheetahs became extinct in India in the 1940s because of excessive hunting and loss of habitat.

Bilal al-Sudani: US forces kill Islamic State Somalia leader in cave complex

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Bilal al-Sudani was a key figure in growing the Islamic State's presence in Africa, the US says.

Africa’s week in pictures: 20-26 January 2023

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

Egypt archaeology: Gold-covered mummy among latest discoveries

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The mummy was found inside a sarcophagus that has remained unopened for 4,300 years.

Oshoala hits hat-trick as Barca win 50th game in a row

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Nigerian Asisat Oshoala scores a hat-trick as Barcelona Femeni become the first team ever to win 50 league games in a row.

Lack of arenas ‘challenge’ for African basketball – Raptors boss

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Africa will struggle with its efforts to host NBA games due to a lack of quality venues, Toronto Rapids president Masai Ujiri says.

Betty Lempus: Kenyan road runner banned for five years over doping

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Paris half-marathon record holder Betty Lempus both took drugs and then attempted to cover it up once caught, the AUI finds.