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Monday, 8 July, 2002, 21:57 GMT 22:57 UK
AFRICA  
Huge challenge for African UnionIt will not be easy to achieve the African Union's goals of economic progress and good governance, warns United Nations' Kofi Annan. 
Kenya hit by malaria epidemicHospitals in Kenya are on emergency alert to combat a malaria outbreak which has already killed over 200 people.
New hope for Aids vaccineScientists give details of a potential vaccine and announce the biggest-ever trial at an international conference on Aids.
Winnie Mandela faces fraud trial
The controversial ex-wife of Nelson Mandela protests her innocence of charges of fraud and theft ahead of her trial in South Africa.
Ratsiraka moots Madagascar return
Madagascar's ex-President Didier Ratsiraka says he would go home for fresh elections, as the last province loyal to him falls.
Nigerian woman fights stoning
A Sharia court is hearing an appeal by a divorced woman sentenced to be stoned to death for bearing a child out of wedlock.
Opposition attacks Ivory Coast poll
Opposition parties in Ivory Coast say chaotic conditions during Sunday's local elections deprived many people of the chance to vote.
African Union replaces dictators' club
BBC News Online's Paul Reynolds examines the African Union which is intended to introduce people-power to the OAU.
Winnie: From 'mother' to 'mugger'
The former wife of Nelson Mandela still remains a charismatic but controversial public figure in South Africa despite being on trial for fraud.
Sierra Leone TRC to begin work
A truth and reconciliation commission begins work in Sierra Leone to help heal the wounds of a decade of civil war.
Sport
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Carlos Alberto new Zamalek coachBrazil legend Carlos Alberto Torres, famous scorer of the last goal in the 1970 World Cup final, is the new coach of Egyptian club Zamalek. BBC Sport >>
Geremi apologises to CameroonGeremi Nijitap admits that the Indomitable Lions did not live up to the country's expectations at the World Cup. BBC Sport >>
Selection change welcomedSenior figures in South African cricket are surprised but pleased by the decision to scrap racial quotas for selection.
BUSINESS
CAR accelerates anti-corruption drive
The Central African Republic lifts the finance minister's immunity from prosecution, opening the way for embezzlement charges.
Zambia pleads for more donations
Mining giant Anglo American's withdrawal from a crucial venture has left the country short of cash, the government claims.
Workers redundant at Jensen plant
Car manufacturer Jensen axes its 40-strong workforce in Liverpool as it considers moving production abroad.
OTHER NEWS AND FEATURES
Rebels face life without a cause
Justin Pearce visits Unita soldiers in Angola and asks them how they felt about their years with the rebels, and what their hopes are.
CAR leader praises crash pilot
President Ange-Felix Patasse pays homage to the pilot of the plane which crashed on Thursday for saving lives at the cost of his own.
Bombs shatter Algerian celebrations
Islamic extremists are blamed for an Independence Day bomb blast which killed 35 people and wounded dozens more.
Oromo rebels deny Ethiopian 'victory'
Oromo rebels say they are still operating in western Ethiopia despite government claims that they have been wiped out.
Madagascar's chance for change
The flight of the former president gives Marc Ravalomanana the opportunity to extend his rule across the whole island. |
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 OAUWhat has it achieved?  Africa Live!Your thoughts on a week of interactivity  New winds of change  Rebels without a cause  Algeria's anniversary  Winnie's trialsFrom 'mother' to 'mugger' of South Africa  Poll discontentIvory Coast opposition cries foul on voter IDs   Cricket planMandela backed to reconcile India and Pakistan  All changeMadagascar's new leader inherits tough job  Under threatBleak outlook for Africa's environment  Quotas axedSouth African cricket scraps selection policy  Media watchAids, Madagascar and justice under the spotlight
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