The women at the centre of Somalia’s construction boom

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Mogadishu's rapid expansion after decades of war is giving unexpected opportunities in a male-dominated society.

At least 45 killed in central Nigeria raid

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Conflict between nomadic herders and settled farmers over land and resources are common in the region.

Disbelief as Nigeria urges prayer to end food shortages

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The agriculture ministry calls on divine intervention to achieve food security, angering many.

South Africa win WTC to land first major title

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South Africa beat Australia by five wickets in the World Test Championship final to end their long wait for a major global title.

South Africa win WTC to land first major title

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South Africa beat Australia by five wickets in the World Test Championship final to end their long wait for a major global title.

UN tight-lipped on outcome of talks with Congolese rebels

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Little detail was released but the UN says the rebels spoke of wanting a peaceful end to the crisis.

How Trump’s Africa strategy may become a double-edged sword

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US aid to Africa has been cut and now defence is in Trump's sights - but it may prove more costly.

Senior Kenyan policeman arrested over blogger’s killing

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An investigation is under way into what really happened to Albert Ojwang in a police cell.

Nigeria pardons activist Ken Saro-Wiwa 30 years after execution

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The deaths of the environmentalist and eight other campaigners sparked an global outcry in 1995.

Legal win for son tricked into moving to Africa by parents

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The boy travelled to Ghana from London in March 2024 after being told a relative was ill.