Why are Kenyan farmers turning to social media?

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Kenyan farmers are turning to social media platforms to increase their knowledge of farming and boost their incomes.

The Woman King: In the footsteps of Benin’s Tassi Hangbé

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Benin's four-time presidential candidate Marie-Elise Gbedo traces the story of the legendary Dahomey warriors.

Zanzibar swimming crabs deaths being investigated

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Thousands of dead swimming crabs have washed up on the beaches of the Tanzanian islands.

Nigeria’s Asuu university strike: ‘Wasted eight months of my life’

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Lecturers agree to resume lessons but the future of Nigeria's universities remains unclear.

Africa’s week in pictures: 7- 13 October 2022

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

Nnamdi Kanu: Nigerian court drops charges against separatist Ipob leader

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Nnamdi Kanu was illegally arrested and extradited, a court rules in a major blow to the government.

Alex Iwobi: Everton midfielder ‘one of the best’ in Premier League, says Frank Lampard

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Nigeria's Alex Iwobi has become "one of the best midfielders" in the Premier League, according to Everton boss Frank Lampard.

Libyan fans embrace return to stadia after ban on attendances lifted

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Libyan football fans reflect on the lifting of a ban prohibiting them from attending continental club and international matches in the country.

Cough syrup deaths: India production halted after Gambia child fatalities

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Maiden Pharmaceuticals broke rules "across its manufacturing and testing activities," regulators found.

Ethiopia’s civil war: Inside Tigray’s capital Mekelle

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As the war in Ethiopia's Tigray region intensifies, the BBC gets an exclusive report from its main city.