The YouTubers exploring their family homelands

Three friends, known as the Kids of the Colony, have racked up millions of views on social media.

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Olympic triumphs, cycling glory and Ivorian joy - Africa's year in sport

BBC Sport Africa reviews the continent's top moments in 2024, including historic achievements at the Olympics, Paralympics and the Tour de France.

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Rabada sends SA into Test final with thrilling win

South Africa secure their place in June's World Test Championship final by holding their nerve to beat Pakistan by two wickets on an enthralling fourth day of the first Test in Centurion.

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Stunts, acrobatics, adrenaline - the motorsport putting fans in a spin

Once associated with South African gangsters, spinning has transcended its origins and become a source of hope and entertainment for working class people.

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Zimbabwe v Afghanistan - first Test scorecard

Latest scorecard from the first Test between Zimbabwe and Afghanistan in Bulawayo.

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Nigeria's Iwobi plays Santa with his Christmas shop

Fulham and Nigeria star Alex Iwobi has been playing Santa Claus with his own Christmas shop in east London, giving out free food, including turkeys, to local residents.

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Olympic triumphs, cycling glory and Ivorian joy - Africa's year in sport

BBC Sport Africa reviews the continent's top moments in 2024, including historic achievements at the Olympics, Paralympics and the Tour de France.

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The Nigerian watch-lover lost in time

For years repairing watches was a booming business, but a Kaduna horologist now has time on his hands.

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How Tebogo inspired Botswanan's motorcycling triumph

Olympic 200m Letsile Tebogo provided inspiration to help Botswana's Ross Branch win a historic World Rally-Raid Championship title this year.

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Illegal trade booms in South Africa's 'super-strange looking' plants

A biodiversity hotspot has become the stomping ground of poachers.

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Hundreds escape Mozambique prison amid election protests

The prisoners took advantage of ongoing political unrest triggered by disputed poll results, police say.

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Mozambique's opposition leader vows to install himself as president

Venâncio Mondlane has rejected his electoral defeat, as unrest spreads in the southern African state.

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Sudan slides deeper into famine, experts say

Famine has spread to five areas in the war-hit country, a UN-backed group says.

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Dozens not thousands killed on Mayotte by Cyclone Chido - French PM

French Prime Minister François Bayrou believes dozens of people died after the cyclone hit the territory, rather than thousands.

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On patrol with Kenyan forces inside Haiti's gang warzone

The BBC goes on patrol with the Kenyan officers sent to quell violence in gang-ravaged Haitian capital Port-au-Prince.

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Soweto's 'Lion King' on his return for Mufasa

Lebo M, who played a key role in the original movie, reflects on his career and contribution to Mufasa.

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Carolissen eyes 'bigger picture' for darts in Africa

South Africa's Cameron Carolissen hopes his appearance at the 2025 PDC World Championship can boost darts on the continent despite his first-round exit.

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How a commander's defection led to a massacre in Sudan

Videos reviewed by BBC Verify show men wearing RSF insignia boasting of killing locals in Al Sherifa.

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Cyclone Chido kills 94 people in Mozambique

The storm also devastated Mayotte, where one week on, many residents still lack basic necessities.

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Another deadly crush in Nigeria at event offering free food

In the third such incident this week, at least 22 people were killed in a rush for free food at a charity event.

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Somali piracy 2.0 - the BBC meets the new robbers of the high seas

Two fishermen tell the BBC why they have decided to become pirates in search of big ransoms.

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Jogging memories: Why some Nigerians in London set up their own running club

Young Igbos in the UK meet up weekly to reconnect with their roots.

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'Traumatised' Rohr wants Libya sanctioned

Benin head coach Gernot Rohr claims it is "dangerous and unsafe" for international football matches to be played in Libya.

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The student who blew whistle on Kenya airport controversy

Nelson Amenya is hailed as a hero in Kenya after sharing details of a plan to lease the main airport.

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Rolling hills are now barren: BBC sees destruction in cyclone-hit Mayotte

Thousands are still missing after the cyclone hit the territory, with residents facing shortages of food and water.

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Macron lands in cyclone-hit Mayotte bringing food and health aid

Rescuers race to find missing people and survivors in the French territory devastated by Cyclone Chido.

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Influential ex-defence minister jailed for corruption in Guinea

He was also ordered to pay a $58.5m (£46m) fine, and his bank accounts and property have been seized.

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Ghana's Supreme Court dismisses challenges to anti-LGBT bill

The new bill includes a three-year prison sentence on anyone who identifies as LGBT.

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Tens of thousands without water in Mayotte as curfew brought in

Rescuers race to find missing people and survivors in the French territory devastated by Cyclone Chido.

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Nigerian man promised pardon after 10 years on death row for stealing hens

The sentencing sparked an outcry in Nigeria - his family have been campaigning for his release ever since.

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SA all out for 64 as England secure dominant Test win

England win their first women's Test since 2014 with a crushing 286-run victory over South Africa in Bloemfontein.

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How Lookman went from 'failure' to Africa's best

Nigeria forward Ademola Lookman encourages the youth of Africa to "turn pain to power" after being named as the continent's best player.

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Dozens in Mozambique killed by 'intense' cyclone

The Mozambican authorities have called Chido "one of the most intense storms ever recorded".

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DR Congo accuses Apple of using conflict minerals

The tech giant says it works hard to mitigate risks and make sure its supply chain is clean.

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Sensitive data leaked after Namibia ransomware hack

Stolen files are said to include personal data belonging to ministries and top government officials.

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Kenyan gets 50 years for murder of LGBTQ+ activist

Jacktone Odhiambo fell down and cried after the judge sentenced him for killing Edwin Chiloba.

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Mayotte: 'It feels like nuclear war aftermath' after cyclone, residents say

Rescuers comb through the debris in the French Indian Ocean territory hit by the worst storm in 90 years.

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Watch: Cyclone Chido batters Mayotte leaving heavy damage

Video footage shows the devastation wrought by the strongest storm in decades to strike the French territory.

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'I thought I would die' - freed captive tells BBC of life in West African jihadist base

BBC Africa speaks exclusively to a man from Ghana who was held captive by insurgents in Burkina Faso.

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West African military states promise visa-free travel to rival bloc

Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger say they will allow free movement, as regional bloc meets to discuss their withdrawal.

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At least 11 dead after cyclone hits Mayotte

There are reports of severe damage on the French Indian Ocean territory after it was struck by Cyclone Chido.

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Could new super highway lure military regimes back into the West African fold?

The road from Abidjan to Lagos could breathe new life into West Africa's regional bloc, Ecowas.

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Rwanda President Kagame announces F1 race bid

Rwanda is bidding to host a Formula 1 grand prix, the country's President Paul Kagame says.

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Adingra or Lookman? Rank African POTY contenders

The men's and women's African Footballer of the Year will be crowned on Monday - but who do you think should win each award?

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Springbok's fly-half Pollard unsure of Leicester future

Two-time World Cup winner Handre Pollard says he is unsure about his future at Leicester, but adds he is relishing playing under Michael Cheika.

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Ethiopia and Somalia agree to end bitter Somaliland port feud

Ethiopia's deal to build a port in Somaliland had infuriated Somalia, prompting fears of wider conflict.

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Badenoch stands by Nigeria comments after criticism

Nigerian Vice-President Kashim Shettima has accused the Tory leader of denigrating her country of origin.

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Sierra Leone girl, 11, rescued in Med after three days clinging to tyre tubes

The girl from Sierra Leone said all the 44 migrants on board had died in the storms and high waves.

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Dozens of Ghana president-elect's supporters arrested in post-poll chaos

Supporters of John Mahama allegedly attacked some state institutions and looted properties.

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Keita leaves Werder Bremen to join Ferencvaros

Guinea midfielder Naby Keita will leave Werder Bremen to join Hungarian club Ferencvaros on loan in January.

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Ben Curran in Zimbabwe squad for Afghanistan series

Ben Curran, the brother of England internationals Sam and Tom, is named in Zimbabwe's squad for their one-day international series against Afghanistan.

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South Africa beat Sri Lanka to boost WTC final hopes

South Africa move a step closer to the World Test Championship final with a 109-run victory over Sri Lanka in Gqeberha.

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French court finds author guilty of downplaying Rwandan genocide

Charles Onana said to suggest the killings were planned was "one of the biggest scams" of the last century.

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UK sanctions Kenyan businessman over illicit gold trade

Pattni has been accused of smuggling gold and exploiting natural resources in Africa for decades.

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Ghana results set to confirm opposition election victory

Vice-President Mahamudu Bawumi has accepted defeat and congratulated former President John Mahama on his victory.

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Verstappen to do FIA work in Rwanda after swearing

Max Verstappen will do an activity with junior competitors in Rwanda as his "work of public interest" for swearing at the Singapore Grand Prix.

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Jubilant Ghanaians celebrate election results

Supporters of John Mahama have been celebrating after Vice-President Mahamudu Bawumia accepted defeat.

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Ghana vice-president accepts election defeat

Although the ruling party candidate has conceded, no official results have been declared.

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Gold, prices, and jobs: What's at stake in Ghana's elections?

In an echo of the US, the current vice-president is up against an ex-president in the 7 December vote.

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How a uranium mine became a pawn in the row between Niger and France

France's nuclear giant has lost control of its uranium mining operations in the West African state.

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Vote counting begins in Ghana as new president awaits

The West African nation is guaranteed a new leader as Nana Akufo-Addo steps down after serving two terms.

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More than 150 people rescued from abandoned gold mine

The final man to emerge from the disused shaft blew a whistle as he was received by army officers.

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The deadly dig for Ghana's gold

Ghana’s western region is a hotbed for illegal gold mining. It’s destroying the country’s forest reserves and polluting rivers that locals use for drinking water.

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Breaking African football's menstrual health 'taboo'

Hopes that more discussion of menstrual health can boost the development of women's football in Africa and provide support to players.

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Huge hats and saffron strands: Africa's top shots

A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond.

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Ivory Coast’s beloved staple food gains UN cultural heritage status

Attiéké is made from fermented cassava flour and has become popular across West Africa.

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Ugandan fan shot dead in Arsenal-Manchester United match row

Witnesses said the celebration by Arsenal fans angered the security guard.

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Housemate convicted of horrific murder of Kenyan LGBT activist

The body of Edwin Chiloba was found dumped in a box last year, sparking global condemnation.

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South Africa beat England in ODI series opener

England fall to a six-wicket defeat by South Africa in the opening one-day international after Laura Wolvaardt's unbeaten half-century.

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Unknown flu-like disease kills at least 79 people in DR Congo

Authorities say those infected have symptoms including headaches, fever and a runny nose.

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Niger junta takes control of French uranium mine

Since the coup last year, the junta has been trying to reduce French influence in the country.

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Statue of Russia's Wagner founder Prigozhin unveiled in Central Africa

The new monument "is part of the bilateral relationship" between CAR and Russia, officials say.

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135 killed in football stadium crush, Guinea rights groups say

Estimate based on information from hospital, cemeteries, families, witnesses and other sources.

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Bastos breaks new ground for Africa in Copa Libertadores

After Angola's Bastos became the first African to win the Copa Libertadores, could his triumph with Botafogo open more doors for footballers from the continent?

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Biden 'proud' to be in Angola for unprecedented visit

The US is backing a new train link to boost trade, seen as an effort to counter China's influence.

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Hundreds of Nigerian homes seized in huge anti-graft case

The anti-graft agency says they belonged to an ex-top government official but has not revealed who.

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Cambridge finds 350,000 African artefacts in storage

The vast majority are in stores and they range from Maasai armlets and dodo skeletons to fossils.

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Has Morocco's Igamane announced himself as Rangers' main man?

With his two-goal performance against Nice, has Hamza Igamane pushed himself to the front of the queue to start up front for Rangers?

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Dozens killed in crush at Guinea football match - reports

Guinea's PM Oury Bah says the government is working to restore calm after the crowd stampede.

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Tanzania opposition youth leader abducted from bus station

Abdul Nondo's reported kidnapping follows the abduction and killing of another opposition figure in September.

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More than 50 dead and dozens missing after Nigeria boat sinks

This is the latest incident on the country's inland waterways where regulations are rarely enforced.

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Namibia opposition refuses to recognise poll result

Presidential candidate Panduleni Itula alleges electoral malpractice after voting was extended.

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