Coronavirus: South Africa reports first deaths as lockdown begins

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The country's health ministry says cases have passed 1,000, as a three-week lockdown begins.

Coronavirus: South Africa begins three-week lockdown

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Police and the army patrol the streets as all but essential movement is banned across the country.

Africa’s week in pictures: 20-26 March 2020

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A selection of the best photos from across the continent this week.

Africa’s week in pictures: 20-26 March 2020

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A selection of the best photos from across the continent this week.

No alcohol, no dog walks: Lockdown life in South Africa

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South Africa government has introduced stringent measures to halt the spread of coronavirus.

No alcohol, no dog walks: Lockdown life in South Africa

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South Africa government has introduced stringent measures to halt the spread of coronavirus.

Cameroon rebels declare coronavirus ceasefire

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It is hoped more militias will follow suit to allow people to get medical treatment amid the pandemic.

Coronavirus: South Africa prepares for three-week lockdown

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South Africa will go into a 21-day lockdown against the coronavirus at midnight on 26 March.

Coronavirus: East African gambling sales down 99%

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The gambling sector in East Africa is in a 'total mess' following the collapse of global sport in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, says a Ugandan official.

Turkey sends secret arms shipments into Libya

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BBC Africa Eye investigates secret arms shipments into Libya, and shows how foreign powers are fuelling an ongoing war.