Lampedusa shipwreck: Sirens sound to remember Eritrean victims

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An emotional memorial is held for the 368 migrants, mainly from Eritrea, who died 10 years ago.

DR Congo colonel sentenced to death over anti-UN protest killings

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More than 50 people were killed after troops opened fire on anti-UN protesters in August.

Seychelles opposition leader Patrick Herminie charged with witchcraft

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Patrick Herminie denies the allegations, saying the case is a "political show" to taint his image.

Samuel Eto’o: Lawyers for Cameroon FA president say he has not been notified of legal proceedings against him

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Lawyers representing Cameroonian Football Federation president Samuel Eto'o issue a statement denying he has been notified of legal proceedings against him.

Niger attack: Jihadists kill dozen of soldiers in deadliest raid since coup

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Killings by militant Islamists have intensified since the military seized power in July.

Dr Denis Mukwege: Nobel Prize-winner to contest DR Congo presidency

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Celebrated doctor Denis Mukwege won over the world - now his sights are set on leadership back home.

New, cheap malaria vaccine backed by WHO

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Deals are in place to make 100 million doses of the vaccine each year to fight the complex disease.

Kenya to ban private children’s homes over trafficking fears – Florence Bore

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All privately owned orphanages and children's homes will be abolished, the social protection minister says.

Victor Osimhen: Mina Rzouki says it’s time Napoli gave back to the men who wrote their history

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It's time Napoli realises the importance of relationships and how to give back to the men who wrote their history, writes BBC Sport columnist Mina Rzouki.

Egypt fire: Health ministry confirms 38 people injured

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Twenty four people have been treated for smoke inhalation, along with two being treated for burns.