Tanzanians mourn ex-speaker who resigned over debt row

The former speaker has been an MP since 2000 and was preparing to defend his parliamentary seat in October.

Two Ghanaian ministers die in helicopter crash, along with six others

The authorities have not confirmed the cause of the crash, described as a "national tragedy".

Nigeria seizes 1,600 birds in ‘largest’ wildlife-trafficking bust

Nigeria's customs agency says wildlife trafficking is "frequent" in the country.

Ghanaian star Shatta Wale’s luxury car surrendered over alleged link to US crime

Shatta Wale criticises the authorities the seizure of his car and says he is unaware of its link to crime.

Ghanaian star Shatta Wale’s luxury car surrendered over alleged link to US crime

Shatta Wale criticises the authorities the seizure of his car and says he is unaware of its link to crime.

No bullying found in Harry charity row, but blame for all sides

The Charity Commission criticises “all parties” at Sentebale for allowing a “damaging” dispute to play out publicly.

Rwandan gorillas seek out old female friends even after years apart

A study in Rwanda reveals the significance of a social connection between female mountain gorillas.

Zambians and Malawians asked to pay $15,000 deposit for US visas

The 12-month pilot programme targeting Malawi and Zambia aims to curb visa overstays, the US says.

Rwanda says it has agreed to take up to 250 migrants from the US

A condition of the agreement is that Rwanda will "approve each individual proposed for resettlement".

‘Abducted’ Ugandan student jailed over anti-Museveni TikTok video

The opposition allege the undergraduate, who pleaded for forgiveness in court, was tortured.