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US deports eight people ‘of African origin’ to Uganda
The Uganda Law Society criticises the deportation, saying it was illegal and "dehumanising".
Burkina Faso must ‘forget’ about democracy, military leader says
Capt Ibrahim Traoré, who seized power in 2023, says democratic rule would not work for his country.
Sixteen Kenyans missing in Russia after army recruitment
More than 250 Kenyans have gone to fight for Russia in Ukraine, mostly willingly, Kenya's foreign minister says.
Four toddlers stabbed to death at Ugandan nursery school
The suspect is in custody but his motive is unknown, the police say in a brief statement.
Over 1,800 killed since junta seized power in Burkina Faso, rights group says
Human Rights Watch says Capt Traoré, other military leaders and jihadists "may be liable" for the killings.
Explosions at Burundi ammunition depot kill 13 civilians – army
Powerful blasts destroyed homes and sparked panic in the city of Bujumbura on Tuesday night.
Lamine Yamal condemns racist abuse aimed at Egypt
Lamine Yamal says racist chants heard during Spain's 0-0 draw with Egypt in Barcelona on Tuesday were "disrespectful and intolerable".
South African army arrive in crime hotspots to help tackle gangs
The army has been deployed to five of South Africa's nine provinces for a year-long operation.
DR Congo qualify for World Cup: ‘Amidst pain and war, this victory makes us proud’
DR Congo are back at the World Cup for the first time since 1974, with fans in Kinshasa celebrating the team's 1-0 play-off win over Jamaica.
DR Congo declares national holiday after reaching World Cup for first time in 52 years
This is just the second time that DR Congo have reached the World Cup finals, sparking celebrations in Kinshasa.