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Thousands of workers in limbo as US-Africa trade deal expires
The BBC visits a Kenyan garment factory facing job losses if the deal known as Agoa is not renewed.
Thousands of workers in limbo as US-Africa trade deal set to expire
The BBC visits a Kenyan garment factory facing job losses if the deal known as Agoa is not renewed.
Nigeria banned shea nut exports to help women profit. But it backfired
The ban, intended to boost domestic production of shea butter, has reduced earnings for many women.
Nigeria banned shea nut exports to help women profit. But it backfired
The ban, intended to boost domestic production of shea butter, has reduced earnings for many women.
Nigeria banned shea butter exports to help women profit. But it backfired
The ban, intended to boost domestic production of shea butter, has reduced earnings for many women.
Madagascar police fire tear gas as president fails to placate protesters
The UN says 22 people have been killed and more than 100 others injured since protests broke out on Thursday.
South Africa’s 2026 World Cup hopes hit by forfeit
South Africa's hopes of reaching the 2026 World Cup suffer a setback after Fifa imposes a 3-0 forfeit for fielding an ineligible player in a qualifier.
South Sudan court rejects ex-VP’s bid to halt murder and treason trial
The special court rules that Riek Machar is not immune from prosecution and it can put him on trial.
Drogba, Kohli, LeBron, Nadal – why big names are investing in powerboat racing
Former Chelsea striker Didier Drogba is among several sporting greats who have invested in E1 Series, a globe-trotting powerboat racing competition about to land in Africa.
Seychelles to hold presidential run-off after vote fails to produce clear winner
Opposition leader Patrick Herminie received 48.8% of the vote against President Wavel Ramkalawan's 46.4%.