Letter from Africa: Kente – the Ghanaian cloth that’s on the catwalk

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The woven fabric has long been a political symbol but Louis Vuitton has put it in a fashion show.

Ethiopia PM Ahmed Abiy admits Eritrea forces in Tigray

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For months both countries have denied that troops crossed the border to participate in the conflict.

Covid-19 in South Africa: Engaging the rage during the pandemic

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Some South Africans have been turning to 'rage rooms' to help them cope with the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Covid-19 in South Africa: Engaging the rage during the pandemic

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Some South Africans have been turning to 'rage rooms' to help them cope with the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Niger suffers deadliest raids by suspected jihadists

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The death toll from co-ordinated attacks on three villages rises to 137 - the worst of its kind.

Dan Gertler: The man at the centre of DR Congo corruption allegations

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Dan Gertler formed a close relationship with DR Congo's ex-leader, even getting a diplomatic passport.

Dan Gertler: The man at the centre of DR Congo corruption allegations

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Dan Gertler formed a close relationship with DR Congo's ex-leader, even getting a diplomatic passport.

Alexander Monson: Kenya police to stand trial over death of British man

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A judge ruled the trial over the death in police custody of Alexander Monson, 28, should go ahead.

John Magufuli: Children die in stampede as Tanzania mourns leader

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They were among tens of thousands who wanted to view the body of President John Magufuli.

Chad disqualified from Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers

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Chad will not take part in the final qualifiers for next year’s Africa Cup of Nations after being disqualified by African football’s governing body Caf.