How to make electricity for your neighbours

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Sick of waiting for electricity to reach his home, a Kenyan man built his own power plant

How vending machines are making life better for Kenyans

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By thinking small vending machine firms are delivering more affordable products for Kenyan shoppers.

Koffi Olomidé cleared of rape but convicted of holding dancers

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A French court clears Koffi Olomidé of rape but convicts him of holding four dancers against their will.

Augustine Eguavoen named Nigeria coach again as Rohr departs

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There is a mixed reaction to Augustine Eguavoen returning as Nigeria coach to replace the departing Gernot Rohr.

Cyril Ramaphosa: South Africa president being treated for Covid

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Cyril Ramaphosa started feeling unwell on Sunday and has delegated all responsibilities to his deputy.

Eliud Kipchoge: What milestones are left for marathon king?

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Arguably the greatest marathon runner in history, Kenya's Eliud Kipchoge still has three races he wants to make his mark on.

Black Axe: Leaked documents shine spotlight on secretive Nigerian gang

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Documents suggest the feared 'cult' has infiltrated Nigerian politics and launched a global fraud operation.

Ethiopia war: World heritage site Lalibela back in rebel hands

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Tigray forces had left Lalibela 11 days ago as federal forces and their allies had been advancing.

Reckya Madougou: Opposition leader jailing damages Benin democracy – lawyer

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Reckya Madougou becomes the second opposition figure to be convicted in Benin in less than a week.

Meet Eliud Kipchoge BBC African Sports Personality of the Year nominee

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Kenya's Eliud Kipchoge became only the third person to retain an Olympic marathon title when winning in Tokyo earlier this year.