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Tanzania’s opposition leaders freed on bail
About 520 people were arrested in a nationwide crackdown to prevent Chadema from holding a youth rally.
Kenya starvation cult leader pleads not guilty
The self-proclaimed pastor allegedly encouraged his followers to starve themselves to death to get to heaven.
Nigerian woman summoned for ripping up husband’s passport
The video was widely shared, prompting the authorities to warn that destroying a passport is an offence.
Tanzania opposition figure Tundu Lissu arrested in crackdown
President Samia last year lifted a ban on opposition rallies and pledged to restore competitive politics.
Was Ukraine’s role in big Wagner defeat an own goal in Africa?
Kyiv's hand in aiding rebels in Mali against Russian mercenaries may scupper its Africa diplomacy.
Was Ukraine’s role in big Wagner defeat an own goal in Africa?
Kyiv's hand in aiding rebels in Mali against Russian mercenaries may scupper its Africa diplomacy.
Was Ukraine’s role in big Wagner defeat an own goal in Africa?
Kyiv's hand in aiding rebels in Mali against Russian mercenaries may scupper its Africa diplomacy.
Rwandan president sworn in after 99% election win
Rights groups say the margin of Paul Kagame's victory is proof of the lack of democracy in Rwanda.
Landslide at Uganda rubbish dump kills 21
Rescuers are continuing to dig through the waste in the hope of finding more survivors.
First deaf Miss South Africa crowned after divisive competition
Mia le Roux says she hopes to inspire those who feel excluded from South African society.