Naziru Mikailu: Nigeria’s winners and losers – from godfathers to rappers

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The presidential result was not a surprise but there have been some big shocks in the parliamentary vote.

Somali forces end day-long Mogadishu siege

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The gunmen who had taken civilians as human shields in a Mogadishu building are killed, officials say.

Africa’s week in pictures: 22-28 February 2019

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A selection of photographs from around the African continent over the past week.

Liberia’s ‘missing millions’: Charles Sirleaf arrested

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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf's son was a bank boss in Liberia when more than $100m was illegally printed.

Mozambique files case against Credit Suisse

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The Swiss bank has not commented on its role in what has become known as the "tuna bond" loan scandal.

South Africa ‘resurrection’ pastor challenged to raise Mandela

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A rival preacher challenges a South African pastor who was mocked for staging a bogus resurrection.

Mount Kenya wildfire: Marijuana farmers blamed

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A large fire blazing in Mount Kenya is blamed on farmers clearing an area to plant marijuana.

Senegal election: President Macky Sall wins second term

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The president wins 58% of the vote in an election in which two leading candidates were excluded.

Francisca Ordega: Nigerian seals China switch

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Nigeria international Francisca Ordega becomes the latest African to move to the Chinese Women's Super League after signing for Shanghai W.F.C.

Senegal coach Aliou Cisse opts for youth in latest squad

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Senegal coach Aliou Cisse hands debut squad call-ups to four players ahead of the Nations Cup qualifier against Madagascar and the friendly with Mali.