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Pope Leo criticises Equatorial Guinea prisons as he winds up Africa tour
The Pope gives a frank and passionate speech, the likes of which have characterised his tour of Africa.
‘I cried so hard’ – the Kenyan WNBA star who beat US visa heartbreak
Madina Okot only started playing basketball six years ago, but the Kenyan's rapid rise has seen her set a WNBA milestone at the age of 21.
Taiwan president cancels Eswatini trip after African countries close airspace
Taiwan has accused Beijing of putting pressure on African countries to close their airspace.
Phone tracking shows how Colombian mercenaries backed Sudan’s RSF – report
The Conflict Insights Group (CIG) says its research also shows the extent of UAE involvement.
Guinea Bissau’s Djabi seriously injured in stabbing
Midtjylland midfielder Alamara Djabi is in a stable condition having been seriously injured in a stabbing in Denmark, his club says.
Guinea Bissau’s Djabi seriously injured in stabbing
Midtjylland midfielder Alamara Djabi is in a stable condition having been seriously injured in a stabbing in Denmark, his club says.
Nigeria charges six people with treason over Independence Day coup plot
Allegations of a coup plot first surfaced in October 2025 when an Independence Day parade was cancelled.
Arrests in Nigeria after abduction of local monarch ‘held for ransom’
The kidnappers raided his palace on Saturday and are believed to be holding him in a forest.
South Africa’s police boss charged in connection with controversial health contract
Fannie Masemola is accused of failing in his duties to provide proper oversight in his role.
Korir defends Boston Marathon title with course record
Kenya's John Korir sets a new course record of two hours, one minute and 52 seconds to win a second successive Boston Marathon.