Benin’s nickname change from Squirrels to Cheetahs awaits approval

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A proposal to change the nickname of Benin's men's national team from the Squirrels to the Cheetahs is awaiting approval by the West African country's government.

U20 Women’s World Cup: Nigeria beaten in last eight by the Netherlands

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Nigeria are beaten 2-0 by the Netherlands in the quarter-finals at the Under-20 Women's World Cup, ending African involvement in the tournament.

Does South Africa produce more high-quality batters than anywhere else?

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Journalist Daniel Gallan and statistician Andrew Samson examine if South Africa produces more high-class Test batters than anywhere else in the world.

Kenya elections 2022: Win or lose, why Raila Odinga’s election challenge matters

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Raila Odinga has been mocked for challenging election results but each case improves Kenya's democracy.

Kenya election: Raila Odinga challenges William Ruto win in Supreme Court

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Raila Odinga narrowly lost the presidential election, with 48.8% of the vote to William Ruto's 50.5%.

Cameroon’s Bamenda, where only the coffin trade is booming

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The once thriving city of Bamenda has been destroyed by fighting between secessionists and Cameroon's government.

In Pictures: Festivities as Zulu King Misuzulu ka Zwelithini is crowned

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Pictures from the festivities as Zulu King Misuzulu ka Zwelithini is crowned in South Africa.

UFC 278: Leon Edwards shocks Kamaru Usman to win UFC welterweight title

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Leon Edwards sensationally knocks out Kamaru Usman to win the welterweight title at UFC 278.

Inside Amapiano, the new sound of South Africa

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In Zulu, Amapiano literally means “the pianos” and it's a blend of house, kwaito, jazz, and lounge music.

Pondoland: South Africa’s cannabis growers left behind by legalisation plans

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South Africa is on the brink of legalising cannabis, but many traditional growers feel left out.