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Botswana’s diamond giant slashes output as demand falls /in /by

Botswana, one of the world's biggest diamond producers, has been struck by a global decline in the market.

Former Zambian President Lungu dies aged 68 /in /by

He had "been receiving specialized treatment in South Africa", his party says.

Interpol issues red notice for Ghana’s ‘fugitive’ ex-minister /in /by

The 65-year-old is alleged to be at the centre of several corruption cases; he has said he has been unlawfully treated.

‘Improving every day’ – Mbeumo on his best season /in /by

Bryan Mbeumo's stellar Premier League season with Brentford has seen him linked with a move to Manchester United. But what is the secret of his success?

‘Improving every day’ – Mbeumo on his best season /in /by

Bryan Mbeumo's stellar Premier League season with Brentford has seen him linked with a move to Manchester United. But what is the secret of his success?

Stadium security in Kenya a concern as CHAN looms /in /by

Robust safety measures are required before the Confederation of African Football gives the green light to Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda to host CHAN.

Former Zambian President Lungu dies aged 68 /in /by

He had "been receiving specialized treatment in South Africa", his party says.

World Bank U-turn ends loan ban to Uganda over gay rights /in /by

The bank had ended all lending to Uganda two years ago because of a harsh, new anti-LGBTQ law.

Chad halts US visas in revenge for Trump travel ban /in /by

Chad will stop giving visas to US nationals in retaliation for the latest US measures, its president says.

Burundi’s ruling party seeks to tighten grip on power /in /by

Voters are heading to the polls following a campaign period marked by reports of political repression.