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ANC U-turn over tax that threatened South Africa's government
The finance minister has warned that spending cuts or a rise in other taxes could follow.

Tanzania bans South Africa and Malawi imports as trade row escalates
Tanzanian bananas are among the things hit in the dispute after Malawi stopped them from entering.

South Africa and Ukraine woo each other - as relationships with Trump turn sour
Volodymyr Zelensky ends an historic visit to South Africa to counter Russia's influence on the continent.

Benin admits that 54 soldiers killed in attack by al-Qaeda group
This is the deadliest known attack since insurgents began operating in Benin at the beginning of the decade.

DR Congo and M23 rebels agree ceasefire deal in Qatar talks
Both parties reaffirm their commitment to an "immediate cessation of hostilities" in latest truce deal.

Could this be the end of the road for Tanzania's great survivor?
Tundu Lissu has survived against the political odds over the years but has now been charged with treason.

Suspension of Ghana's chief justice is 'abuse of power', says opposition
This is the first time in Ghana's history that a president has removed a chief justice from office.

Will the next pope be from Africa?
Despite having the world's fastest-growing Catholic population, odds are against Africa producing the next pontiff.

Africa remembers Pope who spoke for the continent
African Catholics, who are becoming more important in the Church, remember a man who spoke for them.

Ten women, one guy: The risk-taking dating show that stirred Ethiopia
Ethiopia's answer to The Bachelor has prompted discussions about dating norms in the conservative country.

They fled two civil wars but are stranded at border as new conflict resumes
Fighting between rival forces resumes in South Sudan, while a full-scale civil war rages in neighbouring Sudan.

Actor in film warning of revenge killings shot dead in family feud
A top Somali actor is targeted in a revenge killing shortly after making a film warning about such feuds.

Fire, fronds and flax: Africa's top shots
A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond.

'Child in arms, luggage on my head, I fled Sudan camp for safety'
Inhabitants of Sudan's biggest camp for displaced people have had their lives upturned once again.

Racially charged row between Musk and South Africa over Starlink
The tech billionaire is embroiled in a row with the government over black empowerment legislation.

Sudan's years of war - BBC smuggles in phones to reveal hunger and fear
Rare accounts of life in el-Fasher - the last major city in Darfur controlled by the Sudanese army.

Kipyegon targets first women's sub-four minute mile
Three-time Olympic and world 1500m champion Faith Kipyegon is to attempt to become the first woman to run a sub-four minute mile.

Zimbabwe wrap up first Test win in four years
Zimbabwe win their first Test match in four years with a three-wicket victory over Bangladesh in Sylhet.

Chepngetich and Jepchirchir out of London Marathon
World record holder Ruth Chepngetich pulls out of the London Marathon, along with defending champion Peres Jepchirchir.

Gabon forward Boupendza dies aged 28 in China
Gabon international Aaron Boupendza has died at the age of 28 after reportedly falling from a building in China.

Can new wave of African cyclists produce 'second Girmay'?
Milkias Maekele is among the growing number of African cyclists with a professional deal, and the Eritrean teenager has been tipped to follow in the footsteps of Biniam Girmay.

Nigeria plans bid for 2030 Commonwealth Games
Fears that Glasgow 2026 might be the last ever Commonwealth Games are alleviated after seven nations lodge official expressions of interest to host in 2030 or 2034.

'Perfect marriage goes on - Liverpool and Salah need each other'
Mohamed Salah's decision to sign a new contract shows he and Liverpool cannot live without each other, says chief football writer Phil McNulty

Watch: Might the next pope come from Africa?
The Archbishop of Abuja in Nigeria speaks to the BBC about how the next pontiff could be selected.

Rare footage from Sudanese city under siege
El-Fasher residents Mostafa, Hafiza and Manahel film as their home city comes under fire in Sudan's civil war.

Dozens dead in floods in DR Congo capital
Desperate residents have been fleeing floodwaters by wading or paddling to safety in homemade canoes.

'What I learned from a failed travel world record attempt'
Nigerian vlogger Alma Asinobi on failed Guinness World Record attempt

Meet the football grannies of Africa
Teams from across the continent, created to boost the health of older women, face off in a tournament.

Adesina: Africa can't rely on benevolence of others
The African Development Bank president tells the BBC how poverty shaped his world views.

'We will be vindicated' - Anas wins $18m defamation case
Anas Aremeyaw Anas says that his libel victory will encourage other journalists to stand up to powerful figures.

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Drugs And Illegal Substances

Taking illegal drug is always fraught with danger. You don't need me to tell you that - your grand mother will say the same. The high very often tend to perpetual low that you will never get out from. Get advise now before it is too late

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Knife Attacks

Who goes around with a knive as weapon of protection is deluded. It will inevitably be your comeuppance. Just in case you do not understand, it will kill you. There is no justification for carrying a knive excerpt when you are foraging in the jungle.

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Gang Culture

We were all young once - doing things adults will frown upon. This was at school or in the play grounds. But as we grew up, people we wanted to associate with start to shrink in numbers as our brain matured correspondingly and as a result doing the right thing. Pick your friends judiciously.

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Local Parks

From a personal experience - the local park is a refuge for meditation,physical exploration and mental rejuvination. Just go for a slow run and see how you feel afterwards. Physical and mentally rewarding. Don't just take my words for it - it is a scientific fact. Please do try it.

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