Zimbabwean women challenge outdated law banning ‘taboo’ Sex Toys
Part of Zimbabwe's "censorship and entertainments control" law makes the importation or possession of sex toys illegal as they are deemed “indecent” or “obscene” and harmful to public morals. Owning sex toys can put a woman in prison.
BET Awards honor hip-hop at 50, Burna Boy wins best international act
Nigeria's Burnaboy wins award for Best International Act at the 2023 edition of Black Entertainment Awards, BET.
Police fire tear gas at opposition HQ as Sierra Leone vote tally continues
Samura Kamara, the main opponent of incumbent president Julius Maada Bio in the election, said on Twitter that bullets had been fired at his party's headquarters in the capital.
Fighting still rages on in Sudan as thousands flee
At least 12 civilians were killed on Sunday in bombardments by soldiers and paramilitaries who are now clashing in a new town in Darfur, a vast region in western Sudan that is constantly being fled by refugees.
Senegalese and Chelsea defender Koulibaly joins Saudi side Al-Hilal
Kalidou Koulibaly has left Chelsea after only one season to join Saudi Professional League side Al-Hilal.
Sierra Leone police disperse opposition supporters as tallying continues
Samura Kamara, the main opponent of incumbent president Julius Maada Bio in the election, said on Twitter that bullets had been fired at his party's headquarters in the capital.
Sebastien Ogier wins the 70th edition of the Safari Rally Kenya
Sebastien Ogier won the 70th edition of the Safari Rally Kenya on Sunday after just managing to hold off Kalle Rovanpera in a thrilling finale.
The International African American Museum to soon open in Charleston
The International African American Museum will soon open in Charleston, South Carolina, at one of the country’s most historically significant slave trading ports
Tunisians lament high cost of living ahead of Eid al-Adha
Many Tunisian Muslims complain they can no longer afford buying sheep for sacrifice, whereas consumption of traditional sweets has fallen, as an economic crunch and high prices prevent customers from splashing out on food ahead of Eid al-Adha
WRC: Sebastien Ogier maintains lead on Saturday
Going into the final stage of the day, 8-time world champion Sebastien Ogier of France held a 32.0 second advantage, but heavy rain changed the conditions dramatically and the reigning champion and current points leader Kalle Rovanpera managed to cut that down to just 16.2 seconds.