Ballots counted after after Nigerians vote in governor elections

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Some state governors in the oil-rich nation control budgets larger than neighbouring countries.

How the Rwanda-Uganda border crossing came to a halt

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A diplomatic feud between Uganda and Rwanda has stalled activity at usually busy border crossings.

Algeria protests: What’s behind them?

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Mass protests have followed ailing President Abdelaziz Bouteflika's decision to run for re-election.

‘President Trump tweeted about my football skills’

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Meet the Tanzanian woman whose ball skills gained global attention, including from the US president.

Mother jailed for female genital mutilation on three-year-old

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The Ugandan woman mutilated her three-year-old daughter at their family home in east London in 2017.

Injury forces Ghana’s Emmanuel Frimpong to retire at 27

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Former Arsenal and Wolves midfielder Emmanuel Frimpong announces his early retirement because of a persistent knee injury.

Algerians gather in largest protest against Bouteflika

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Riot police fired tear gas to prevent protesters reaching a road leading to the presidential palace.

Dennerby says Nigeria learned ‘good lessons’ at Cyprus Cup

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Super Falcons coach Thomas Dennerby happy with his team's performance at Women's World Cup warm-up tournament after two wins and two defeats.

Career tips from Isha Sesay, former CNN news anchor

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The Former CNN news presenter Isha Sesay shares five tips for career success.

Namibia’s Monica Geingos: ‘Aspire to be president, not first lady’

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Monica Geingos is a successful businesswoman, entrepreneur and the first lady of Namibia.