Niger suffers deadliest raids by suspected jihadists

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The death toll from co-ordinated attacks on three villages rises to 137 - the worst of its kind.

Dan Gertler: The man at the centre of DR Congo corruption allegations

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Dan Gertler formed a close relationship with DR Congo's ex-leader, even getting a diplomatic passport.

Dan Gertler: The man at the centre of DR Congo corruption allegations

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Dan Gertler formed a close relationship with DR Congo's ex-leader, even getting a diplomatic passport.

Alexander Monson: Kenya police to stand trial over death of British man

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A judge ruled the trial over the death in police custody of Alexander Monson, 28, should go ahead.

John Magufuli: Children die in stampede as Tanzania mourns leader

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They were among tens of thousands who wanted to view the body of President John Magufuli.

Chad disqualified from Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers

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Chad will not take part in the final qualifiers for next year’s Africa Cup of Nations after being disqualified by African football’s governing body Caf.

Nawal El Saadawi: Feminist firebrand who dared to write dangerously

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Nawal El Saadawi, who has died at 89, drew outrage and admiration in her conservative home country.

Congo-Brazzaville: Guy-Brice Parfait Kolélas dies from Covid on poll day

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Congo-Brazzaville's main opposition presidential candidate was being sent to France for treatment.

Congo-Brazzaville presidential candidate in hospital with Covid-19

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The main opposition presidential candidate in Congo-Brazzaville says he is "fighting death".

Mozambique conflict: What’s behind the unrest?

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Islamic militants operating in the north have been the cause of growing concern in the region.