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Angola’s José Eduardo dos Santos: The flawed ‘architect of peace’

José Eduardo dos Santos, Angola's second president who ruled the mineral-rich state for almost four decades, has died aged 79,…

Israel Campos Israel Campos

Mary Cholhok: Overcoming adversity to become Uganda’s second professional netball player inspiring young girls

"Why don't you want to grow as a very successful woman, a boss woman, instead of just being married to…

Daryl Hammond, BBC Daryl Hammond, BBC

The Nigerian filmmakers risking jail with lesbian movie Ife

Two Nigerian filmmakers face the prospect of imprisonment if they ignore the stern warning of the authorities and proceed with…

Azeezat Olaoluwa, BBC Azeezat Olaoluwa, BBC