Niger junta gives French envoy 48 hours to leave

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France says the coup leaders have no authority to order such an expulsion, as ties deteriorate rapidly.

Madagascar crush: 12 dead at island games’ opening ceremony

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The stadium in Madagascar was packed with spectators for the opening of the Indian Ocean Island Games.

Most wanted terrorist killed, says Mozambique

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The country's military says it has killed Bonomade Machude Omar, also known as Ibn Omar.

Africa and Wagner: What happens now Prigozhin is dead?

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The death of Wagner boss Yevgeny Prigozhin will test the resilience of operations by thousands of mercenaries active in Africa's Sahel region.

Basketball World Cup 2023: Why South Sudan and Cape Verde can shine

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Debutants South Sudan and Cape Verde can shine at the Basketball World Cup 2023 after continuing their remarkable stories by qualifying.

Inside Mali: What now for the country that bet its security on Wagner?

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Fears over Mali's future are growing - it relies on Wagner for security but the group's leader is now believed to be dead.

Africa’s week in pictures: 18-24 August 2023

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A selection of the best photos from the African continent and beyond.

Brics summit: Is a new bloc emerging to rival US leadership?

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The expanding Brics club of nations, seen as a counter to the West, could challenge US dominance.

Zimbabwe election: Poll monitors arrested amid election

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Police confirm 41 people have been detained for allegedly trying to disrupt the voting process.

Somalia TikTok: Government’s planned ban leaves creators anxious

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A ban, due to come into effect in Somalia on Thursday, could leave some creators without an income.