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Hair has become a political issue across Africa. Chemical relaxers, which straighten hair, have been popular for years. But while the look is seen by some as professional, others call it un-African. There’s a move away from relaxing hair – a journey the BBC’s Pumza Fihlani has made. Sundays were salon days when I was […]
Day 2 of the first Test between Bangladesh and South Africa saw the hosts make their way to 179-4 at the close of play. Rain interrupted the cricket toward the end of the day, but not before Tamim Iqbal and Mahmudullah notched up a half-century apiece, which means Bangladesh trails by 69 runs with six […]
Washington (AFP) – President Barack Obama’s keenly-awaited trip to Africa this week comes as the US superpower’s military footprint on the continent is growing. But US diplomatic and trade ties in Africa have not kept pace with defense cooperation, and lag far behind those of Europe and China. – Targeted military presence – Compared to […]
