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Tyla's win at MTV's Video Music Awards has sparked a lot of conversation online. The 23-year-old won the Best Afrobeats song category for her song 'Push 2 Start' beating fellow heavyweights like #Asake, #Moliy, #BurnaBoy, and #Wizkid.

Tyla's win at MTV's Video Music Awards has sparked a lot of conversation online. The 23-year-old won the Best Afrobeats song category for her song 'Push 2 Start' beating fellow heavyweights like #Asake, #Moliy, #BurnaBoy, and #Wizkid.

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Did you know that long before the internet Ghana and Nigeria both expelled undocumented migrants during periods of economic hardship? Unlike today's anti-immigration campaign in South Africa, those expulsions were driven by government policy. #Ghana #Nigeria #SouthaAfrica

Did you know that long before the internet Ghana and Nigeria both expelled undocumented migrants during periods of economic hardship? Unlike today's anti-immigration campaign in South Africa, those expulsions were driven by government policy. #Ghana #Nigeria #SouthaAfrica

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Israel is planning a crocodile-filled moat around a maximum-security prison holding suspected members of Hamas. The plan has sparked criticism from human rights groups, while raising questions on whether one of Africa’s most feared predators can be used as a security measure.

Israel is planning a crocodile-filled moat around a maximum-security prison holding suspected members of Hamas. The plan has sparked criticism from human rights groups, while raising questions on whether one of Africa’s most feared predators can be used as a security measure.

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As African migrants return home from South Africa following a wave of anti-migrant protests and growing fears for their safety, the BBC meets some of those who have been forced to start over in Ghana and Nigeria. They tell the BBC about the challenges of starting again.

As African migrants return home from South Africa following a wave of anti-migrant protests and growing fears for their safety, the BBC meets some of those who have been forced to start over in Ghana and Nigeria. They tell the BBC about the challenges of starting again.

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Watch the moment Ugandan opposition leader Dr. Kizza Besigye collapses in court during his treason trial. The 70-year-old, who has been detained since November 2024, collapsed while objecting to state-appointed lawyers representing him.

Watch the moment Ugandan opposition leader Dr. Kizza Besigye collapses in court during his treason trial. The 70-year-old, who has been detained since November 2024, collapsed while objecting to state-appointed lawyers representing him.

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Spain is sending troops to bolster security in its North African enclave of Ceuta after thousands of migrants swam from Morocco into the territory on Thursday. At least 15 people drowned while trying to reach Ceuta.

Spain is sending troops to bolster security in its North African enclave of Ceuta after thousands of migrants swam from Morocco into the territory on Thursday. At least 15 people drowned while trying to reach Ceuta.

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"They see women like trash." Nigeria football star Ngozi Okobi-Okeoghene has hit out at misogynistic attitudes after facing criticism over her Super Falcons recall because she is a wife and mother.

"They see women like trash." Nigeria football star Ngozi Okobi-Okeoghene has hit out at misogynistic attitudes after facing criticism over her Super Falcons recall because she is a wife and mother.

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A viral toy is raising uncomfortable questions about race in China. Videos show the black version of the "Natasha doll" being slapped and run over, prompting criticism. On Focus on Africa, we explore what the controversy reveals about perceptions of black people in China.

A viral toy is raising uncomfortable questions about race in China. Videos show the black version of the "Natasha doll" being slapped and run over, prompting criticism. On Focus on Africa, we explore what the controversy reveals about perceptions of black people in China.

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Twenty years ago, Congolese man Guy Goma came into the BBC for a job interview but, in a now legendary case of mistaken identity, ended up live on the BBC News Channel. Speaking to BBC Africa, Guy explained how he managed to stay calm under the unexpected pressure of live TV.

Twenty years ago, Congolese man Guy Goma came into the BBC for a job interview but, in a now legendary case of mistaken identity, ended up live on the BBC News Channel. Speaking to BBC Africa, Guy explained how he managed to stay calm under the unexpected pressure of live TV.

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Record-breaking Grammy-nominated singer Yemi Alade is one of the biggest Afrobeats stars. She spoke to the BBC about breaking barriers for women in music, and why African governments need to do more to support artists. Full interview:

Record-breaking Grammy-nominated singer Yemi Alade is one of the biggest Afrobeats stars. She spoke to the BBC about breaking barriers for women in music, and why African governments need to do more to support artists. Full interview:

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When Chude Jideonwo, a popular Nigerian TV host, was diagnosed with Tourette syndrome, he was advised to keep it private for fear of judgement. Now, he’s speaking openly about living with involuntary movements and challenging misconceptions about the condition in the country.

When Chude Jideonwo, a popular Nigerian TV host, was diagnosed with Tourette syndrome, he was advised to keep it private for fear of judgement. Now, he’s speaking openly about living with involuntary movements and challenging misconceptions about the condition in the country.

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What is it really like to be in a polygamous marriage, and why do some people choose this way of life? Focus on Africa's Nkechi Ogbonna spoke to Takid Master, a Kenya-based polygamist, along with his two wives Cecilia and Mariam, about how their relationship works.

What is it really like to be in a polygamous marriage, and why do some people choose this way of life? Focus on Africa's Nkechi Ogbonna spoke to Takid Master, a Kenya-based polygamist, along with his two wives Cecilia and Mariam, about how their relationship works.

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Almost 60 years after the end of Nigeria's civil war, two former adversaries meet for the first time. One was a Nigerian army officer, the other a Biafran corporal. The men met as survivors with a message for the younger generation of Nigerians.

Almost 60 years after the end of Nigeria's civil war, two former adversaries meet for the first time. One was a Nigerian army officer, the other a Biafran corporal. The men met as survivors with a message for the younger generation of Nigerians.

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🇿🇦 "I hate foreigners and the government is doing nothing." #BBCAfricaEye investigates the rise of xenophobia in South Africa and the violent targeting of migrants. 🎥 Watch the full film, "Fear and Loathing in South Africa" here:

🇿🇦 "I hate foreigners and the government is doing nothing." #BBCAfricaEye investigates the rise of xenophobia in South Africa and the violent targeting of migrants. 🎥 Watch the full film, "Fear and Loathing in South Africa" here:

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''I want people to see London the way I see it.'' Known to nearly 300,000 followers as 'Bus Aunty', a London-based nurse Bemi Orojuogun went viral after one of her bus videos hit 4 million views - and the rest is history.⁣

''I want people to see London the way I see it.'' Known to nearly 300,000 followers as 'Bus Aunty', a London-based nurse Bemi Orojuogun went viral after one of her bus videos hit 4 million views - and the rest is history.⁣

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“When I’m darker, nobody sees me. It’s like I am invisible. I’ve always been complimented when I’m lighter.” Focus on Africa Podcast host Charles Gitonga spoke to South African software developer Masheane Sefuthi, who has been on a journey to ‘whiten’ his skin.

“When I’m darker, nobody sees me. It’s like I am invisible. I’ve always been complimented when I’m lighter.” Focus on Africa Podcast host Charles Gitonga spoke to South African software developer Masheane Sefuthi, who has been on a journey to ‘whiten’ his skin.

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Africa has the world's fastest-growing youth population. But is it creating enough jobs, opportunities and representation to match? BBC's Dingindaba Buyoya speaks to Zambia's Vice President, Mutale Nalumango, about women in leadership.

Africa has the world's fastest-growing youth population. But is it creating enough jobs, opportunities and representation to match? BBC's Dingindaba Buyoya speaks to Zambia's Vice President, Mutale Nalumango, about women in leadership.

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“My kids are being bullied in school,” says Peter Odike, a Nigerian-born South African, as anti-immigrant tensions rise in South Africa. Naturalised in 2006, he says citizenship hasn’t shielded him from harassment.

“My kids are being bullied in school,” says Peter Odike, a Nigerian-born South African, as anti-immigrant tensions rise in South Africa. Naturalised in 2006, he says citizenship hasn’t shielded him from harassment.

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Have you heard of 'solo-maxxing’ or 'by yourself maxxing’? It’s a trend where young people are opting out of dating and embracing the single life. So is this trend a new kind of freedom or are people giving up on dating altogether?

Have you heard of 'solo-maxxing’ or 'by yourself maxxing’? It’s a trend where young people are opting out of dating and embracing the single life. So is this trend a new kind of freedom or are people giving up on dating altogether?

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Zambia captain Barbra Banda wants the world watching Wafcon. Speaking to BBC Focus on Africa’s Waihiga Mwaura, she says African women's football has the talent but what it needs is an audience. Wafcon is under way in Morocco with 16 nations for the first time.

Zambia captain Barbra Banda wants the world watching Wafcon. Speaking to BBC Focus on Africa’s Waihiga Mwaura, she says African women's football has the talent but what it needs is an audience. Wafcon is under way in Morocco with 16 nations for the first time.

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Isata, a single mother in her early twenties who has been kidnapped and trafficked twice, epitomises the horrors of the lives of sex workers in Sierra Leone. #BBCAfricaEye spent four years following the lives of sex workers in Makeni. 🎥 Watch the film:

Isata, a single mother in her early twenties who has been kidnapped and trafficked twice, epitomises the horrors of the lives of sex workers in Sierra Leone. #BBCAfricaEye spent four years following the lives of sex workers in Makeni. 🎥 Watch the film:

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