Tokyo 2020: Missing Ugandan weightlifter Julius Ssekitoleko found in Japan

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The Ugandan weightlifter who went missing from a pre-Olympic training camp in Japan has been found.

Nigeria fighter plane shot down by bandits – military

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The pilot survives by ejecting and hiding with local residents, before rejoining his comrades.

Gay rugby player will not be deported to Kenya

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Ken Macharia feared for his safety in Kenya, where homosexuality is illegal.

Morocco and Rwanda used Israeli spyware – leaks

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Israeli tech firm NSO denies media reports that its software has been sold to authoritarian regimes.

Tokyo Olympics: Zambia’s Copper Queens out to shine despite dented preparations

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Zambia's Copper Queens are aiming to continue defying the odds as they represent Africa in women's football at the Tokyo Olympics.

Nigeria’s security crises – five different threats

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Almost every part of Nigeria is facing a security crisis - from kidnapping to extremist insurgencies.

Esraa Abdel Fattah: Egyptian activist released from prison

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Esraa Abdel Fattah earned the moniker "Facebook Girl" for her role in the 2011 revolution.

South Africa looting: Clean-up to mark Nelson Mandela Day

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People were urged to honour the anti-apartheid hero's legacy by rebuilding after riots left 212 dead.

SA athletes first to have Covid at Olympic village

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Two South Africa footballers test positive for Covid-19 in the Olympic village, while eight Team GB athletes and staff are cleared to resume training.

Kenyan fuel tanker explodes killing at least 13

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People rushed to the scene of the crash to siphon petrol when the explosion occurred.