The death of ‘soul of South African storytelling’ sparks grief and anger

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Actress Nandi Nyembe's final months were marked by money problems that threatened to overshadow her career.

Posers and paddling pools: Africa’s top shots

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A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond.

‘I survived South Africa’s horrific building fire, now I live in fear after being shot’

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The deadly fire was called a "wake-up call" but ex-residents now live in dangerous temporary shelters.

Your fast fashion could end up as this beach trash in Ghana

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Ghana has been described as the fashion industry’s dumping ground.

A pregnant woman’s diary of escape from war zone: ‘I prayed the baby wouldn’t come’

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Gun-wielding drivers, extortion and breakdowns, as couple flee new front line in Sudan's conflict.

What is behind the passion of Love Island USA’s Nigerian fanbase?

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Nigerians made their mark during this year's Love Island USA - but it caused tensions within the fanbase.

Ghanaian music star Shatta Wale briefly detained over Lamborghini probe

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US authorities have linked Wale's car to an alleged criminal enterprise operating stateside.

The Harvard graduate hoping to ace the Rugby World Cup

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Nigerian-American Cheta Emba fell in love with rugby while studying for a degree in molecular and cellular biology at one of the world's most famous universities.

Sudan’s army denies bombing convoy taking aid to famine-hit area

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Three of the 16 lorries in the convoy were damaged and caught fire, the WFP says.

Tyla learns how to prep for Notting Hill Carnival

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Radio 1Xtra presenter Nadia Jae shares her top tips for Notting Hill Carnival with singer Tyla.