Anthony Madu, a Nigerian boy known for his impressive barefoot ballet skills in Lagos, has received a scholarship to the US. His journey echoes the story of Billy Elliot, with Anthony pursuing his passion for ballet, which he says makes him feel 'on top of the world'. Unlike Billy Elliot, Anthony did not face opposition from his parents, although they initially hoped he would become a priest.

A large oil spill from the Japanese bulk carrier Wakashio, which ran aground off Mauritius on July 25, has led to an environmental emergency. Approximately 1,000 tonnes of fuel oil have leaked into the Indian Ocean's waters, threatening the country's coral reefs and marine habitat. Mauritius has sought assistance from French experts in Réunion to mitigate the ecological impact.

Boko Haram militants attacked a village in northeast Nigeria, resulting in up to 150 deaths. Residents were shot as they fled, and many drowned while trying to escape across a river. The incident took place in Yobe state, with witness Modu Balumi reporting that the gunmen arrived on motorbikes and began firing indiscriminately.