José Filomeno dos Santos sacked from Angola’s $5bn wealth fund

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José Filomeno dos Santos is removed from the country's $5bn wealth fund after a governance review.

Tunisia protests: Hundreds arrested

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At least 10 towns were involved in the protest over a rise in the cost of living.

Nigeria to play England at Wembley

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England will play Nigeria at Wembley and Costa Rica at Elland Road in their final friendly matches ahead of this summer's World Cup.

Ethiopia bans foreign adoptions

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Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie are among thousands of US citizens to have adopted Ethiopian children.

Botswana shuts ‘miracle’ pastor Shepherd Bushiri’s church

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Shepherd Bushiri is known around Africa for his "miracles" - including appearing to walk on air.

Romelu Lukaku: Man United striker to take legal advice over voodoo claim

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Man United striker Romelu Lukaku denies claims by Everton's owner that he left the club after receiving a "voodoo message".

23-year-old Ntaku Zibabaka dies suddenly in Angola during training

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Angolan club Sagrada Esperanca announces the sudden death of 23-year-old Ntaku Zibakata after collapsing during a training session.

Aberdeen sign Chidi Nwakali on loan from Manchester City

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Aberdeen sign Manchester City midfielder Chidiebere Nwakali on loan until the end of the season.

South Africa police hunt rapist with bitten penis

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Hospitals are on the look-out after a pregnant woman was assaulted in front of her child, five.

Africa’s key security challenges for 2018

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Ongoing wars, terrorism and growing Western involvement in Africa are set to be key themes in 2018.