Kyiv's hand in aiding rebels in Mali against Russian mercenaries may scupper its Africa diplomacy.
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Rights groups say the margin of Paul Kagame's victory is proof of the lack of democracy in Rwanda.
Rescuers are continuing to dig through the waste in the hope of finding more survivors.
Mia le Roux says she hopes to inspire those who feel excluded from South African society.
The Netherlands' Sifan Hassan wins a sprint finish to add marathon gold to her 5,000m and 10,000m bronze medals in Paris.
Faith Kipyegon wins a third successive women’s 1500m title at the Olympics while fellow Kenyan Emmanuel Wanyonyi takes gold in the men's 800m.
Faith Kipyegon wins a third successive women’s 1500m title at the Olympics while fellow Kenyan Emmanuel Wanyonyi takes gold in the men's 800m.
Ahmed Elgendy finishes with a world record 1,555 points to become the first Egyptian to win the men's modern pentathlon.
Issa Hayatou, who has died aged 77, defended African football interests over almost three decades in high office, but was also caught up in scandal.
Issa Hayatou, who has died aged 77, defended African football interests over almost three decades in high office, but was also caught up in scandal.