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Two Russians handed down jail terms for terrorism and spying in Angola
The two, a political consultant and a translator, denied allegations of fomenting protests last year.
Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger launch bid for 2032 Afcon
Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger - three countries led by military governments - submit a joint bid to host the 2032 Africa Cup of Nations.
Mysterious white foam draws crowds on Nigerian highway
The environmental agency has warned people to avoid going near the substance as it could pose a health risk.
Ipswich sign Diop from Fulham
Ipswich Town sign Morocco defender Issa Diop from Fulham for an undisclosed fee.
Cocaine worth $370m seized in Liberia’s biggest-ever drugs bust
The seizure follows a long-running investigation into drug-trafficking networks, police say.
South African hearing postponed for British-Zimbabwean triple murder suspect
Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma, accused of killing his wife and two daughters, is in custody in South Africa.
UK humanitarian worker monitored for Ebola in London hospital
The health worker was evacuated to the UK from the DR Congo after being potentially exposed to the virus.
Great Apes kiss and cuddle to keep the peace, says study
Hugging before stressful events may be an ancient way of building trust, say scientists studying apes.
Why WhatsApp usernames could upset Somalia’s anti-terror fight
People will be able to chat without revealing their contact number once the new feature is rolled out.
Ethiopian police arrest alleged leader of multi-million-dollar trafficking ring
Mohammed Tahir has yet to comment on allegations he led a multi-million-dollar ring using torture to get money.