Why are global powers ‘scrambling’ for Africa?

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Top officials from the US, China, Russia and Turkey have visited 14 African countries in January 2023.

Russia in Africa: How disinformation operations target the continent

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The man behind a new pro-Kremlin social media network tells the BBC he wants Africa to embrace Russia.

Pope Francis in DR Congo: A million celebrate Kinshasa Mass

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This is said to be the second largest Mass Pope Francis has held, after one in the Philippines in 2015.

Pope in DR Congo: Dancing and huge crowds greet Pope Francis

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The BBC's Aleem Maqbool joins worshippers on the streets as Pope Francis makes a long-awaited appearance.

Family’s welfare concerns for UK man held in Morocco

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Oliver Andrews was arrested after being accused of using counterfeit money, his family says.

Nigeria election 2023: The oil land with no electricity

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The tailors relying on generators in Nigeria's oil-rich region - a key electoral battle ground.

Pope in DR Congo: ‘Hands off Africa’ says Pope Francis in Kinshasa speech

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Pope Francis gave a speech where he spoke of the centuries of exploitation faced by the country.

Namibia reports record level of rhino poaching

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Rhino poaching in Namibia nearly doubled last year, according to government data.

LGBT people hunted by gangs and police in Egypt

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A BBC News investigation reveals how violent gangs are abusing LGBT community members they meet online.

How Egyptian police hunt LGBT people on dating apps

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The BBC has seen evidence of how officers pose as dates online to seek out and arrest their targets.