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Brazil monitors two patients for possible Ebola infection
If confirmed, they would be the first infection cases outside Africa, since the outbreak began in DR Congo.
Nigerian retired general abducted with his wife in the north-west
Maj Gen Rabe Abubakar's kidnapping highlights continuing security challenges facing parts of the country.
South Africa made to look like fools over World Cup visa issues, says minister
After a day of uncertainty, the government confirms the team will depart for Mexico on Monday.
Ethiopia is heading to the polls, but not everyone can vote
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's party is expected to dominate the election as conflicts overshadow the vote.
Ebola spread in DR Congo ‘deeply alarming’, MSF warns
The medical charity's comments come as the head of the World Health Organization visits the region worst-hit by the virus outbreak.
‘Gifts’ from a lover and ‘botched’ cocaine raids: Police inquiry grips South Africa
South Africa's Madlanga Commission hears about Brazilian butt lift bribe denials and alleged drug heists.
Ghana parliament passes anti-LGBTQ+ bill
Same-sex acts are punishable by jail terms under Ghana's new bill targeting those identifying as gay, lesbian or transgender.
Abula – Nigeria’s indigenous game with lofty ambitions
Abula, a Nigerian sport inspired by the Yoruba concept of a balanced meal, aims to grow from a local pastime into an internationally recognised game.
Abula – Nigeria’s indigenous game with lofty ambitions
Abula, a Nigerian sport inspired by the Yoruba concept of a balanced meal, aims to grow from a local pastime into an internationally recognised game.
Eight students arrested in Kenya after suspected deadly school arson attack
Sixteen pupils died in the fire that ripped through a dormitory while they were asleep.