Afcon 2021: Nigeria’s striker woes continue with Paul Onuachu a doubt for tournament

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Nigeria are hit by another injury to a key striker, with Belgium-based Paul Onuachu a major doubt for the Africa Cup of Nations.

Cricket South Africa to probe racism claims against former captain Smith and head coach Boucher

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Cricket South Africa will formally investigate allegations of discrimination and racism against director of cricket Graeme Smith and head coach Mark Boucher.

Nigeria: How chess has helped Adeoye Fawaz get off Lagos streets

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Nineteen-year-old Adeoye Fawaz is the 2021 champion of the Chess In Slums tournament in Lagos.

Ethiopia war: World heritage site Lalibela back in government hands

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Tigray forces have left Lalibela, a town famous for its rock-hewn churches.

Algeria and a question of identity: Who counts as African?

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North Africans love the Cup of Nation but for some, their African identity is open to question.

Sudan coup: Protesters flee tear gas in Khartoum on uprising anniversary

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It's three years since the overthrow of the country's long-term President Omar al-Bashir.

Sudan coup: Thousands protest on uprising anniversary

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Demonstrations around the country demand an end to military rule, following a coup in October.

Wagner Group: Why the EU is alarmed by Russian mercenaries in Central Africa

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The shadowy Russian mercenary group, allegedly linked to the Kremlin, has been accused of rights abuses.

Gabon youth coach suspended after male rape claims denies wrongdoing

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Patrick Eyi, a former coach of Gabon's Under-17s, is suspended from all footballing activities after multiple allegations of sexual abuse he denies.

Faith Kipyegon: How Kenyan achieved the mother of all feats in Tokyo

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At Tokyo 2020, Kenya's Faith Kipyegon became only the third athlete to retain an Olympic title after becoming a mother.