ANC U-turn over tax that threatened South Africa’s government

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The finance minister drops a planned VAT increase after one party in the coalition government goes to court.

Benin admits that 54 soldiers killed in attack by al-Qaeda group

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This is the deadliest known attack since insurgents began operating in Benin at the beginning of the decade.

Zelensky cuts short South Africa visit after Russian attack on Kyiv

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At least nine people were killed and dozens injured, including children, in the attack in Ukraine, officials say.

Tanzania bans South Africa and Malawi imports as trade row escalates

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Tanzanian bananas are among the things hit in the dispute after Malawi stopped them from entering.

DR Congo and M23 rebels reach ceasefire deal in Qatar talks

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Both parties reaffirm their commitment to an "immediate cessation of hostilities" in latest truce deal.

South Africa and Ukraine woo each other – as relationships with Trump turn sour

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Volodymyr Zelensky ends an historic visit to South Africa to counter Russia's influence on the continent.

Could this be the end of the road for Tanzania’s great survivor?

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Tundu Lissu has survived against the political odds over the years but has now been charged with treason.

Could this be the end of the road for Tanzania’s great survivor?

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Tundu Lissu has survived against the political odds over the years but has now been charged with treason.

Africa is important to Trump, despite aid cuts, envoy tells BBC

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Donald Trump "highly values Africa and African people", says his African envoy, Massad Boulos.

Kipyegon targets first women’s sub-four minute mile

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Three-time Olympic and world 1500m champion Faith Kipyegon is to attempt to become the first woman to run a sub-four minute mile.