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Explaining the news from Africa.This is AfricaLatest updates18 hrs agoTennis hero Arthur Ashe's South African legacy: 'The first free black man I'd ever seen'The tennis champion wanted to be remembered for fighting racism, not just his sporting prowess.18 hrs agoAfrica1 day agoKenyan leader to build huge church at presidential office"The devil might be angry and can do what he wants," President William Ruto said in response to criticism.1 day agoAfrica1 day agoNamibia halts all state funerals amid criticism of the high costThere will be no state funerals until April 2026 - unless the president decides to make an exception.1 day agoAfrica1 day agoAkon's futuristic $6bn city project in Senegal abandoned, BBC toldSomething more realistic will replace ambitious plans dreamt up by singer Akon, officials tell the BBC.1 day agoAfrica1 day agoElephant kills British and New Zealand tourists in ZambiaThe two tourists were trampled to death by a female elephant that was with a calf, police say.1 day agoAfrica1 day agoMali coup leader granted five-year term in powerGen Assimi Goïta is set to remain in power until at least 2030 - his term can be renewed indefinitely.1 day agoAfrica1 day agoSudan war: A simple guide to what is happeningSudan was thrown into disarray in 2023 when its army and a paramilitary group began a power struggle.1 day agoAfrica1 day agoHeatwaves and hand-to-hand combat: Africa's top shotsA selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond.1 day agoAfrica2 days agoAngélique Kidjo first black African to get Hollywood Walk of Fame star Africa's "premier diva" has been honoured after more than 40 years in the industry.2 days agoAfrica...
