Zimbabwe toe-selling ‘joke’ misses the mark in Nigeria

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An apparent social media ruse suggests digits are being sold for thousands of dollars to beat poverty.

Uganda cost of living: ‘We hardly make ends meet’

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Customers are struggling to buy items they used to in one of the busiest markets in Uganda's capital Kampala.

US troops back in Somalia to fight al-Shabab

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The decision comes after the election of a new president, and a surge in attacks by al-Shabab.

First flight taking Channel migrants to Rwanda set for 14 June

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The Home Office begins issuing formal paperwork to migrants, but legal challenges are expected.

Ghana: Chris Hughton looks to bolster Black Stars through diaspora

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Chris Hughton wants Ghana to build the "best team possible" ahead of the World Cup, and is keen for members of the diaspora to join the national squad.

Child marriage: ‘Titi’ was forced into marriage as a teenager in Chad.

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Despite efforts to eradicate child marriage, the practice still persists in Chad which has one of the highest rates in the world.

Sudan or Chad? Why a Darfur sultan regrets a twist of colonial fate

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A traditional leader feels his people were dealt a cruel blow when absorbed into Sudan a century ago.

Champions League: El Moutaraji scores twice as Wydad Casablanca beat Al Ahly

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Zouheir El Moutaraji scores both goals for Morocco's Wydad Casablanca as they win the African Champions League title by beating Egypt's Al Ahly.

Clashes between Chad gold miners leave 100 dead

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The fighting in the north degenerated from a dispute between two men, the government says.

Samuel Kanu: Kidnapped Nigerian Methodist Church leader freed

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Samuel Kanu was kidnapped in the south-east where separatists have been agitating for a breakaway state.