Sierra Leone election results: Julius Maada Bio leading Samura Kamara

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The first set of results shows the incumbent has 56% of the votes cast - he needs 55% for victory.

Sudan conflict: Army outnumbered on Khartoum’s streets

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Rival forces have a stronger presence in the capital, despite the fact that the army is much bigger.

Jose Peseiro: Fans to decide fate of Nigeria head coach

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The head of the country's football federation reveals supporters will get a say on whether Jose Peseiro keeps his job.

Zambian President Hichilema’s $6bn debt deal hailed as ‘historic’

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The country, which defaulted in 2020, has been engaged in protracted talks over its repayments.

Asamoah Gyan: The hip life and magic numbers of a Ghana legend

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Following his decision to retire, BBC Sport Africa looks back at the highs and lows of the Ghana legend's memorable career on and off the pitch.

Hundreds of migrants rescued off Canary Islands

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At least 227 migrants were saved on Thursday, Spain's officials say, a day after a deadly shipwreck.

Africa’s week in pictures: 16-22 June 2023

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

Kenya-EU trade deal: Why the East African Community was left out

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Kenya felt it was best to sign a bilateral trade deal, despite claims that it undermined regional unity.

Sierra Leone elections 2023: What you need to know

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On Saturday, voters in Sierra Leone will head to the polls to elect their next president.

USAID: From an assistance model to a community-based aid

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The head of the USAID, Samantha Power has told the BBC they are working with local resistance committees in Sudan to get assistance to people in need.