Burkina Faso violence: Bodies of 28 people found in Nouna

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The government says the victims were shot dead and it is investigating the motive behind the attack.

Siya Kolisi: South Africa captain to join Racing 92 after World Cup

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South Africa captain Siya Kolisi will join French Top 14 club Racing 92 on a multi-year deal after the World Cup in October.

Ancient Egyptian ‘Green Coffin’ returned to Cairo by US

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The brightly painted wooden sarcophagus was smuggled to the US by a global art trafficking network.

Senegal MPs jailed for kicking pregnant colleague Amy Ndiaye

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The two male lawmakers attacked Amy Ndiaye after she criticised an opposition religious figure.

Uganda arrest over deadly New Year Freedom City mall crush

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Ten people, most of them children, died during a concert in the capital, Kampala.

Refugee trauma: ‘Even when they get help, it’s too late’

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Members of Bristol's Somali community say those fleeing trauma need more mental health support

Malawi suspends school opening over deadly cholera outbreak

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The outbreak of cholera has killed almost 600 people and is worsening with the rainy season.

Adaeze Efobi: Nigeria’s qualified nurse turned taekwondo instructor

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Adaeze Efobi could head to the Olympics to represent Nigeria in taekwondo but not just as a competitor - she hopes to inspire on and off the mat.

The Ghanaian giant reported to be the world’s tallest man

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A hospital told Sulemana he was 9ft 6in, but nurses couldn't be sure - so the BBC went to find out.

Deadly crush during New Year festivities in Uganda

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A number of children are among the victims of the crowd surge at a shopping centre, police say.