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Airlink’s low-altitude flypast over Cape Town’s DHL Stadium has everyone talking. The two jets roared over the packed stadium before a rugby match between rivals South Africa and New Zealand. Airlink says the flypast was planned with the support of aviation authorities.

Airlink’s low-altitude flypast over Cape Town’s DHL Stadium has everyone talking. The two jets roared over the packed stadium before a rugby match between rivals South Africa and New Zealand. Airlink says the flypast was planned with the support of aviation authorities.

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A tour boat narrowly escaped a hippopotamus chase. Tourist Oznur Bell, who filmed the footage, says, “It was one of the most terrifying moments I’ve ever experienced. I was in the boat with my three children and my closest friend, and they were absolutely terrified.”

A tour boat narrowly escaped a hippopotamus chase. Tourist Oznur Bell, who filmed the footage, says, “It was one of the most terrifying moments I’ve ever experienced. I was in the boat with my three children and my closest friend, and they were absolutely terrified.”

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A grieving dolphin mother carried her dead calf for days after it died. Fraggle has now lost her last four calves. Researchers who filmed the moment said the calf's rapid breathing suggested it was unlikely to survive.

A grieving dolphin mother carried her dead calf for days after it died. Fraggle has now lost her last four calves. Researchers who filmed the moment said the calf's rapid breathing suggested it was unlikely to survive.

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Many social media influencers claimed an attack in the Nigerian city of Jos in March was targeting Christians – but #BBCAfricaEye has found that both Muslims and Christians were killed, and that authorities have yet to establish a motive.

Many social media influencers claimed an attack in the Nigerian city of Jos in March was targeting Christians – but #BBCAfricaEye has found that both Muslims and Christians were killed, and that authorities have yet to establish a motive.

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Brighton’s Gambian winger Yankuba Minteh is a young African who began his career playing ⚽ barefoot on sandy pitches in The Gambia 🇬🇲. The 22-year-old reveals his top five African players 🌍 from the Premier League era. Tell us yours in the comments.

Brighton’s Gambian winger Yankuba Minteh is a young African who began his career playing ⚽ barefoot on sandy pitches in The Gambia 🇬🇲. The 22-year-old reveals his top five African players 🌍 from the Premier League era. Tell us yours in the comments.

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🇰🇪 Kenya's President William Ruto has ordered a crackdown on foreigners running small businesses, arguing that local traders and hawkers must be protected. 🎬 ✂🎞️ Video Producer: @Njorogemuigai

🇰🇪 Kenya's President William Ruto has ordered a crackdown on foreigners running small businesses, arguing that local traders and hawkers must be protected. 🎬 ✂🎞️ Video Producer: @Njorogemuigai

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Angélique Kidjo says she felt flattered by the unprecedented achievement of being the first African musician with a star at the Hollywood Walk of Fame, but it also raises a question in her mind: “How many African artists will follow?”. ⁣ ⁣

Angélique Kidjo says she felt flattered by the unprecedented achievement of being the first African musician with a star at the Hollywood Walk of Fame, but it also raises a question in her mind: “How many African artists will follow?”. ⁣ ⁣

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Do you remember Chidimma Adetshina? Two years after the controversy that saw her withdraw from the Miss South Africa pageant, she’s now at the centre of a legal battle over her right to remain in South Africa. The BBC’s Gloria Achieng explains.

Do you remember Chidimma Adetshina? Two years after the controversy that saw her withdraw from the Miss South Africa pageant, she’s now at the centre of a legal battle over her right to remain in South Africa. The BBC’s Gloria Achieng explains.

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Tanzanian teacher Mr Wakati Joseph went viral for wiping his pupils’ shoes and boosting their confidence. Beyond the viral video, he helps children with special needs discover their talents through music and crafts. Produced & Edited: Brian Osweta 📹 :Elizabeth Kazibure

Tanzanian teacher Mr Wakati Joseph went viral for wiping his pupils’ shoes and boosting their confidence. Beyond the viral video, he helps children with special needs discover their talents through music and crafts. Produced & Edited: Brian Osweta 📹 :Elizabeth Kazibure

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Lionel Messi, viewed by some football’s GOAT, has announced his international retirement at 39. But what’s it like to play against the little magician? William Troost-Ekong went toe to toe with Messi when 🇳🇬 met 🇦🇷 at the 2018 World Cup in Russia 🇷🇺 🏆

Lionel Messi, viewed by some football’s GOAT, has announced his international retirement at 39. But what’s it like to play against the little magician? William Troost-Ekong went toe to toe with Messi when 🇳🇬 met 🇦🇷 at the 2018 World Cup in Russia 🇷🇺 🏆

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He ruled Uganda for just eight years, yet his legacy continues to spark debate decades later. Feared by many, Idi Amin’s rule was marked by violence, uncertainty and dramatic political change. But how did a former boxer rise to become one of Africa’s most controversial rulers?

He ruled Uganda for just eight years, yet his legacy continues to spark debate decades later. Feared by many, Idi Amin’s rule was marked by violence, uncertainty and dramatic political change. But how did a former boxer rise to become one of Africa’s most controversial rulers?

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From bus conductor to viral sensation. Bradley Marongo, known as Gen Z Goliath, says being one of Africa's tallest men comes with its challenges, from finding shoes to fitting into airplane toilets. But now, his height is his career. And he's loving it.

From bus conductor to viral sensation. Bradley Marongo, known as Gen Z Goliath, says being one of Africa's tallest men comes with its challenges, from finding shoes to fitting into airplane toilets. But now, his height is his career. And he's loving it.

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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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When this Nigerian mother couldn’t afford a car to celebrate her son completing his studies, she gifted him a live goat instead. The 23-year-old says he will treasure the gift and plans to keep and care for the goat. Tell us: what’s the most meaningful gift you’ve ever received?

When this Nigerian mother couldn’t afford a car to celebrate her son completing his studies, she gifted him a live goat instead. The 23-year-old says he will treasure the gift and plans to keep and care for the goat. Tell us: what’s the most meaningful gift you’ve ever received?

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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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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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Despite billions of dollars being invested in flood resilience, devastating floods continue to hit cities year after year. So why does this keep happening? And are African cities prepared for the next round of extreme weather? BBC News's Daniel Dadzie explains.

Despite billions of dollars being invested in flood resilience, devastating floods continue to hit cities year after year. So why does this keep happening? And are African cities prepared for the next round of extreme weather? BBC News's Daniel Dadzie explains.

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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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🇿🇦 "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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A bandit crisis is terrorising huge swathes of North West Nigeria, with armed gangs on motorbikes raiding towns and carrying out mass abductions. Analysis by the BBC World Service of attacks recorded by the Acled monitoring group show the problem is getting worse.

A bandit crisis is terrorising huge swathes of North West Nigeria, with armed gangs on motorbikes raiding towns and carrying out mass abductions. Analysis by the BBC World Service of attacks recorded by the Acled monitoring group show the problem is getting worse.

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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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Nigerians on social media successfully pressured South African Afropop singer Tyla into removing Lagos from her upcoming tour following calls of boycott but these Nigerian journalists think that the boycott might impact the future of African music.

Nigerians on social media successfully pressured South African Afropop singer Tyla into removing Lagos from her upcoming tour following calls of boycott but these Nigerian journalists think that the boycott might impact the future of African music.

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62 Ghanaians 🇬🇭 have been killed and 15 remain missing after being recruited to fight for Russia 🇷🇺. Ghana announced it has secured promises from Moscow to halt the illegal recruitment of its citizens. How should African nations protect their citizens abroad?

62 Ghanaians 🇬🇭 have been killed and 15 remain missing after being recruited to fight for Russia 🇷🇺. Ghana announced it has secured promises from Moscow to halt the illegal recruitment of its citizens. How should African nations protect their citizens abroad?

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