Burkina Faso severs diplomatic ties with France

The West African country's junta accused the former colonial power of undermining its national interests.

How Cape Verde stunned World Cup to set up Argentina tie

How has a group of islands with just 525,000 inhabitants made it to the knockout rounds of the World Cup?

'The fairytale continues!' Emotional scenes as Cape Verde qualify for last 32

Jubilation and tears among Cape Verde fans and players as they confirm their 'miracle' qualification for the last 32 of the World Cup after earning a point against Saudi Arabia in Houston.

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Hit South African show gets the world talking about polygamy and cheating

The Zulu-language series about a man with multiple wives is a worldwide hit.

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DR Congo takes Rwanda to international court over decades of conflict

Kinshasa accuses its neighbour of committing various violations since the 1994 Rwanda genocide.

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Cape Verde looks to capitalise on World Cup heroics

BBC Africa travels to Cape Verde to examine how the surprise package of the 2026 World Cup is developing footballing talent on the archipelago.

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Tanzania suspends political rallies three years after lifting ban

The East African government says the move is necessary because of security threats.

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Africa: Ocean Economy Can Drive Africa's Future If Backed by Bold Investment

[allAfrica] Mombasa, Kenya -- The blue economy is a vital source of jobs, food security, and economic opportunity across Africa and the Western Indian Ocean region. Yet, by the admission of those driving its development, the region is still only beginning to tap into what its

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