Kenya Election 2022: The struggle of women aspirants in marginalised communities

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The number of women hoping to be elected is rising but they still face cultural and religious challenges.

Wafcon 2022: Refiloe Jane hopes win will unite South Africa

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Captain Refiloe Jane hopes South Africa winning the Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco can bring together a nation undergoing social hardships.

Tunisia referendum: President Saied celebrates expected referendum win

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President Kais Saied's reforms giving him almost unlimited powers are approved, exit poll indicates.

Nigeria’s Tobi Amusan breaks 100m hurdles world record with time of 12.12 seconds

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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan breaks the 100m hurdles world record before going on to win gold in the World Athletics Championships final.

Hurdler Tobi Amusan sets new world record

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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan sets a new 100m hurdles world record in a set of semi-finals featuring an extraordinary set of times.

Kenya election: Why health care is such a key issue

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The lack of health cover in Kenya means Herima Mwakima used all her savings to keep her brother alive.

Tunisia vote marks a death of a dream for some Arab Spring protesters

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Tunisians are voting on a new constitution that has been internationally criticised.

Face to face with the bandit warlords of Nigeria

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BBC Africa Eye has tracked down the ultra-violent bandit warlords who are raiding villages and abducting schoolchildren across north-western Nigeria.

Italy migrants: Nearly 1,200 arrive by boat in 24 hours

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Officials warn that immigration centres are being overwhelmed by the pace of new arrivals.

Tsegay gold strengthens Ethiopian grip on medals table

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Guday Tsegay claims Ethiopia's fourth gold medal of the World Athletics Championships when winning the women's 5000m.