Mogadishu car bomb attack claimed by al-Shabab

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It is the first large-scale attack launched by al-Shabab militants since Ramadan began.

Libya holds the key to solving Europe migration crisis

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Libyan politicians lack the clout to rein in people-smugglers once controlled by former strongman Muammar Gaddafi, writes the BBC's Farouk Chothia.

Said Benrahma: Brentford sign Algeria international from Nice

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Championship club Brentford sign Algeria international Said Benrahma from French side Nice for an undisclosed fee.

Who should Africa back in the World Cup?

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Fourteen of France's footballers are eligible to play for African nations, but what are Africa's other remaining World Cup links?

Mozambique airline sackings after PM Rosário stranded

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Mozambique's national airline has been struggling to get fuel for its planes.

South African boy of three drowns in Limpopo toilet

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Omari Monono was at his aunt's house where he often played, police say.

Zambia name Belgian Sven Vandenbroeck as new coach

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Belgian Sven Vandenbroeck is named as the new coach of Zambia to replace Wedson Nyirenda who resigned in May.

Why have Tilapia fish been banned in Ghana?

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A Tilapia farmer hopes the ban will increase production in the country.

Glasses made to measure… for $1

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Buying glasses with the correct lenses can be expensive - but it doesn't have to be this way.

Africa’s week in pictures: 29 June – 5 July 2018

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A selection of the best photos from across Africa and of Africans elsewhere in the world this week.