Donkeys in Africa under threat as demand for hides grows

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The use of donkey hides in Chinese traditional medicine has seen Africa's donkey population halve in the past 20 years.

DR Congo: UN peacekeepers face fresh sexual abuse claims

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A Romanian peacekeeper in DR Congo is among five being investigated for sexual abuse and exploitation.

The Gambia’s President Adama Barrow on his first 100 days

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Adama Barrow took power in The Gambia 100 days ago - what has he achieved?

Africa’s week in pictures: 21-27 April 2017

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A selection of the best photos from across Africa this week.

Pope Francis visits bombed Coptic church during Egypt visit

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Francis is on a short visit to Egypt, where he has urged religious leaders to help end violence.

Nabill Maaloul reappointed as Tunisia coach

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Nabil Maaloul is appointed as coach of Tunisia for a second spell in charge to replace Henry Kasperczak who stepped down in April.

Somali trader’s life in South Africa

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A Somali shopkeeper now living in South Africa reflects on the good and bad in his new home.

‘I saw my sister drown’

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Most Nigerians are not fleeing conflict but are economic migrants in search of jobs and opportunities.

Fists for votes

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There has been violence, allegations of vote-rigging and organisational problems.

How I smuggle people from Nigeria to Europe

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Meet one of the men involved in trafficking people from Nigeria to Libya as they make their way to Europe.