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Prisoners escape from Niger jail that holds militants
Authorities impose curfew in the volatile Tillaberi region after inmates escape from a major prison.
Fancy fascinators and prickly pears: Africa’s top shots
A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent.
Fancy fascinators and prickly pears: Africa’s top shots
A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent.
Fancy fascinators and prickly pears: Africa’s top shots
A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent.
Anger in Egypt after crash cyclist picked for Olympics
Social media users call for competitor who collided with teammate to be dropped from national side.
Mixed reaction as South Africa dumps superfans
South Africa split after new sports minister announces end to government funding for country’s most recognisable supporters.
Nigeria-EU deal sparks false claims over LGBT rights
Misinformation about a European Union partnership pact has whipped up hostility towards the gay community.
Nigeria-EU deal sparks false claims over LGBT rights
Misinformation about a European Union partnership pact has whipped up hostility towards the gay community.
Eritrea’s Girmay wins third stage at Tour de France
Biniam Girmay sprints to his third victory on stage 12 of the Tour de France.
Burkina Faso’s military junta bans homosexual unions
The military-led country becomes the latest in Africa to crack down on LGBT rights despite Western pressure.