More refugees than Syria: What’s going on in DR Congo?

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The crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo has produced millions of refugees, more than Syria, Yemen or Iraq.

President Cyril Ramaphosa pledges ‘new dawn’ for South Africa

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The new South African president vows to fight corruption in his first State of the Nation speech.

President Cyril Ramaphosa pledges ‘new dawn’ for South Africa

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The new South African president vows to fight corruption in his first State of the Nation speech.

Ethiopia declares national state of emergency

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The move is aimed at stemming a wave of anti-government protests, state media reports.

DR Congo troops killed ‘in Virunga park’ by Rwandan army

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The fighting occurred inside the famous Virunga national park, the Congolese army says.

Black Panther star Lupita Nyong’o on ‘reimagining Africa’

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Lupita Nyong'o tells the BBC how the film can change perceptions of Africa.

Energy from rubbish to power Addis Ababa

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A new plant in Addis Ababa will convert waste into a source of energy for the city.

Oxfam sex scandal: Director promises justice for victims

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The charity will set up a commission to ensure "justice" for victims after Haiti abuse allegations.

Anger over ‘racist blackface’ in China show

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The annual Lunar New Year gala featured an Asian woman in blackface and with fake buttocks.

Winter Olympics 2018: Last but still dancing – Ghana’s Akwasi Frimpong entertains skeleton fans

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Despite finishing last in the men's skeleton Ghana's Akwasi Frimpong wins the hearts of the fans in Pyeongchang and celebrates the end of his Winter Olympics with a dance.