Ghana Must Go bags: Ethiopian Airlines bans use of the well-known luggage

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Ethiopian Airlines says the luggage, known by various names across Africa, can damage equipment.

Ethiopia pilgrims return to Aksum for festival in Ark of Covenant city

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Aksum's authorities say half a million people are there for the first time since the Tigray war ended.

Zimbabwe budget 2024: Fury at hike in passport fees

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Amid the economic crisis, many survive through cross-border trade, so passports are in high demand.

Niger coup: Family in dark over deposed President Mohamed Bazoum

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Family members have also complained of "abusive" treatment including arrests and searches.

Tanzania signs major carbon credit deal covering national parks

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The carbon credits project will be implemented in six national parks, which span 1.8 million hectares.

Madagascar court confirms Andry Rajoelina’s election as president

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The Constitutional Court dismisses complaints about the vote boycotted by much of the opposition.

Joshua Cheptegei: Eliud Kipchoge backs Ugandan for greatness before marathon debut

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Kenyan legend Eliud Kipchoge says Olympic 5,000m champion Joshua Cheptegei can break the marathon world record one day.

Kenya World AIDS Day: ‘I was sterilised for being HIV positive’

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Four Kenyans have won a legal battle against MSF, Marie Stopes International and a state-run hospital.

Guinea-Bissau: Attempted coup was foiled, says President Embaló

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Special forces exchanged gunfire with National Guard members after a detained minister was released.

Africa’s week in pictures: 24-30 November 2023

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A selection of the best photos from across the African continent this week.