Nigeria school abduction: Gunmen kidnap students in Niger state

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At least 150 students are reported missing after armed men stormed a school in Niger state.

Ethiopia’s Tigray conflict: Tens of thousands attend anti-US rally

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It comes days after US President Joe Biden called for a ceasefire in conflict-hit Tigray.

Macron threatens to withdraw French troops from Mali

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The French president warned that political instability could lead to greater Islamist radicalisation.

Africa’s political dynasties: How presidents groom their sons for power

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Congo-Brazzaville's leader is the latest to fuel speculation that he wants his son to succeed him.

Mount Nyiragongo: Why DR Congo fears the explosive power of a lake

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Volcanic activity has raised fears of a rare eruption at Lake Kivu in the country's east.

Mali names coup leader Col Assimi Goïta as transitional president

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The country's constitutional court says Col Assimi Goïta should now "lead the transition process".

Ethiopia Tigray crisis: Warnings of genocide and famine

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Concern is mounting about the devastating effects of the conflict raging in Tigray since November.

African Super Cup: Egypt’s Al Ahly beat Berkane of Morocco 2-0 to lift trophy in Doha

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Egyptian giants Al Ahly extend their dominance of the African game with another trophy as they beat Renaissance Berkane of Morocco 2-0 to win the African Super Cup.

DR Congo volcano: Thousands flee Goma after second volcano eruption warning

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Around 400,000 residents of Goma have fled the city according to the UN, amid fears of another eruption.

Chelsea’s Edouard Mendy admits ‘City deserved the title but this is a final’

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Chelsea and Senegal's Edouard Mendy admits Manchester City 'deserved to win the league' but the Champions League final is different.