Gay Ugandan asks ‘Where will I go?’ as secret shelters under threat

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Gay sex is already illegal in Uganda but a tough new law threatens the places where some seek refuge.

Raila Odinga: ‘Today was supposed to be a peaceful demonstration’

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Kenya's opposition leader Raila Odinga has been speaking to the BBC following anti-government protests in the country.

Gambian football chief reveals American dream as Scorpions target 2026 World Cup

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President of The Gambia Football Federation reveals American dream as Scorpions target World Cup following Afcon debut.

Angélique Kidjo says the Grammys ‘need diversity’

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"We are working on it," says the star, who sits on the awards' board of trustees.

Searching for my roots in an Algerian cemetery

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Journalist Maher Mezahi visits his family graveyard and reflects on its impact on his identity.

Man uses bare hands to rescue trapped DRC miners

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Authorities say nine men survived a collapsed gold mine in South Kivu.

Walid Regragui: Morocco must end 47-year Afcon wait before they can be world ‘kings’

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Morocco head coach Walid Regragui says Africa Cup of Nations win must come first before the Atlas Lions look to conquer the world.

Kenya’s Azimio protests: Hundreds storm farm of ex-President Uhuru Kenyatta

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The attack on Uhuru Kenyatta's farm appears to be in retaliation for opposition protests.

Tunisia migrants: At least 29 die off coast

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The sub-Saharan African migrants were trying to cross the Mediterranean to reach Italy.

Kamala Harris Africa trip: Can US charm offensive woo continent from China?

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US Vice-President Kamala Harris embarks on a tour of the continent amid fierce competition for influence.