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The moment Madagascar’s new president was sworn in
Colonel Michael Randrianirina is sworn in as the new president of Madagascar at a ceremony in the capital.
From prison to presidential palace: Who is Madagascar’s new military ruler?
Before the last weekend, most people in Madagascar had no clue who Col Michael Randrianirina was.
Madagascar’s military leader thanks Gen Z protesters as he is sworn in
Colonel Michael Randrianirina takes his oath of office in front of crowds days after seizing power.
Emotional send-off for Kenya’s revered ex-PM Raila Odinga at state funeral
Two people are killed as crowds surge forward to see the coffin of the former prime minister.
Revivals and farewells: Africa’s top shots
A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond.
Revivals and farewells: Africa’s top shots
A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond.
The ‘shadow army’ helping Uganda’s long-serving president keep an iron grip on power
Analysts say the unit has become so influential that it rivals the power of the regular army.
The ‘shadow army’ helping Uganda’s long-serving president keep an iron grip on power
Analysts say the unit has become so influential that it rivals the power of the regular army.
The ‘shadow army’ helping Uganda’s long-serving president keep an iron grip on power
Analysts say the unit has become so influential that it rivals the power of the regular army.
Police fire tear gas at crowds mourning former Kenyan prime minister
Thousands of mourners fill the streets of Nairobi from the airport to the Kasarani Stadium to pay their respects.