Stadium security in Kenya a concern as CHAN looms

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Robust safety measures are required before the Confederation of African Football gives the green light to Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda to host CHAN.

Former Zambian President Lungu dies aged 68

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He had "been receiving specialized treatment in South Africa", his party says.

World Bank U-turn ends loan ban to Uganda over gay rights

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The bank had ended all lending to Uganda two years ago because of a harsh, new anti-LGBTQ law.

Chad halts US visas in revenge for Trump travel ban

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Chad will stop giving visas to US nationals in retaliation for the latest US measures, its president says.

Burundi’s ruling party seeks to tighten grip on power

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Voters are heading to the polls following a campaign period marked by reports of political repression.

Tanzania announces shutdown of X because of pornography

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The content is contrary to the nation's "laws, culture, customs, and traditions", the information minister says.

DR Congo bans reporting on ex-President Kabila

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Outlets who breach the ban could face suspension, the media regulator warns.

Kenyan author prosecuted for writing a book about president’s daughter

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One critic says the "state machinery" has been used "in defence of fragile egos".

South African politician sacked over visit to fugitive pastor

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South Africa is trying to extradite pastor Shepherd Bushiri from Malawi on fraud charges, which he denies.

South Africa’s hunt for ‘Tiger’ – alleged illegal mining kingpin

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The BBC speaks to the mother and brother of a man wanted in connection with illicit gold mining.