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South Africa beat ‘off the pace’ England

England captain Fran Williams says the Roses were "off the pace" against South Africa as they are beaten 52-48 in the opening game of the three-match series in Johannesburg.

‘The water took everything’: Mozambique hit by worst floods in decades

Nearly 700,000 people have been affected by weeks of severe flooding in Mozambique

‘The water took everything’: Mozambique hit by worst floods in decades

Nearly 700,000 people have been affected by weeks of severe flooding in Mozambique

Melania Trump documentary not showing in South African cinemas

No reason has been given but the decision follows a huge fall-out between South Africa and the US.

Melania Trump documentary not showing in South African cinemas

No reason has been given but the decision follows a huge fall-out between South Africa and the US.

Flights to northern Ethiopia cancelled as fears mount of renewed conflict

Passengers received a text message about the cancellation of flights, citing "unforeseen circumstances".

Senegal boss Thiaw banned after Afcon final chaos

Senegal manager Pape Thiaw his banned for five games after the chaotic scenes during the Africa Cup of Nations final against Morocco.

Suspected jihadists attack airport near Niger’s capital

Niger's defence ministry said four military personnel were injured and 20 attackers killed in the incident.

Ex-Nigerian minister in bribery trial went on spending sprees, court hears

Prosecutors allege Diezani Alison-Madueke was given "a life of luxury" in the UK by people interested in Nigerian government contracts.

Assefa targets repeat of record-breaking London win

Reigning champion Tigst Assefa will target a repeat of her record-breaking London Marathon victory when she takes on rivals Sifan Hassan and Peres Jepchirchir in this year's race.