Cameroon government moves to ease 2019 AFCON fears

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Cameroon's Sports Minister says the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations will go ahead in the country despite concerns over the pace of preparations and economic issues.

Protection for Zuma critic after death threats

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ANC MP Makhosi Khoza has been sent death threats, saying she has 21 days to live.

Surviving the deadliest migration route from Libya to Italy

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The UN refugee agency says traffickers on the migrant route from Libya are becoming ever more ruthless.

Winnie Madikizela-Mandela: ANC has ‘messed up South Africa’

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Winnie Madikizela-Mandela says South Africa is in a political crisis and the ANC has "messed up".

Sapphire rush threatens Madagascar lemurs

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Indris, the largest lemurs, are threatened by illegal mining in their native Madagascar.

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang: Borussia Dortmund rule out sale of striker

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Borussia Dortmund striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is "staying at the club" says sporting director Michael Zorc.

Fifa should train players to treat heart issues, says agent

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The agent of late Cameroonian footballer Patrick Ekeng asks Fifa to train all players and coaches in how to treat victims of sudden cardiac arrest.

Lion parts ‘sold as fake tiger products’ in Asia

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Trade in African lion bones faked as tiger products is thriving in Asia, a wildlife group says.

Africa Cup of Nations: Caf considers June or July move

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The Africa Cup of Nations could be moved to June or July as part of changes being discussed by the continent's ruling body.

BBC Somali service celebrates 60 years of broadcasting

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The BBC Somali service is celebrating 60 years since its first broadcast. Today, it reaches an audience of four million people across radio, TV and online.