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48-hour curfew imposed after attack on bar in Nigerian city
The raid led to revenge attacks in Jos, with 22 reported dead so far in one of the most volatile parts of the country.
Rationing power and diluting petrol – how African countries are coping with effects of Iran war
The disruption in oil supplies has caused shortages and concerns in several African countries.
Three killed as unfinished building collapses on church service in Ghana
Locals say the structure, in a school complex, was in use despite lying unfinished for a number of years.
Caf general secretary resigns amid Afcon final fallout
Veron Mosengo-Omba, a controversial figure, leaves at a turbulent time for African football.
Caf general secretary steps down amid Afcon final fallout
Veron Mosengo-Omba, a controversial figure, leaves at a turbulent time for African football.
Why are Scotland playing Ivory Coast in Liverpool?
Scotland continue their World Cup preparations with a friendly against Ivory Coast on Tuesday, but why is this away game being played at Everton's new stadium in Liverpool?
One ant for $220: the new frontier of wildlife trafficking
The craze for collecting ants takes Kenya by surprise as smugglers zone in to make a profit.
One ant for $220: The new frontier of wildlife trafficking
The craze for collecting ants takes Kenya by surprise as smugglers zone in to make a profit.
Shops and restaurants in Egypt told to close early as energy crisis deepens
Retail and dining premises will have to shut by 21:00 each night for the next month to conserve power.
Senegal parade Afcon trophy despite title controversy
Senegal parade the Africa Cup of Nations trophy before Saturday's friendly match against Peru in Paris - despite being stripped of the title earlier this month.