Nigerian officials jailed for selling food aid

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The two sold 180 bags of rice donated for people displaced by Islamist militant group Boko Haram.

Africa’s week in pictures: 28 April – 4 May 2017

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A selection of the best photos from across Africa this week.

Algeria election: Governing coalition wins parliamentary vote

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The governing coalition led by the National Liberation Front retains its majority in parliament.

Sulley Muntari: Italy FA’s anti-racism chief ‘would go on strike’

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Italian Football Federation anti-racism advisor Fiona May says she would strike in protest at the treatment of Sulley Muntari if she were a player.

Sulley Muntari: Bologna’s Godfred Donsah willing to strike to show solidarity

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Bologna and Ghana midfielder Godfred Donsah says he would go on strike to show solidarity with Sulley Muntari because racism is "killing the game".

Stuart Baxter named South Africa coach for second time

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Stuart Baxter is named as South Africa coach for a second time as he replaces Ephraim 'Shakes' Mashaba, who was sacked last year.

South Africa’s Police Minister Mbalula on ANC divisions

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South Africa’s Police Minister Fikile Mbalula tells Hardtalk that criticism of President Zuma is limited in the ANC.

The women trying to keep Somalia safe

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Being a police officer in Mogadishu is one of the most dangerous beats in the world, and it is even harder for women.

Robert Mugabe: Zimbabwe second-most developed country in Africa

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Zimbabwe is the second-most developed country in Africa, its president says, despite a cash crunch.

French election: ‘Unworthy’ debate was still great viewing

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Our Paris correspondent evaluates the heated final debate in France's presidential race.