AKA – the murdered rapper ‘destined for greatness’

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AKA was gunned down outside a restaurant in Durban in what police suspect was a targeted killing.

Why is South Africa’s navy joining exercises with Russia and China?

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Opposition parties and the US criticise the 10-day naval drills during the conflict in Ukraine.

Mozambique pastor dies attempting 40-day Jesus fast

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The Mozambican priest suffered organ failure after almost four weeks without food or drink.

Nigeria’s naira shortage: President Buhari extends use of old notes

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One of the three old banknotes will be reintroduced following angry protests around the country.

Anger after former conjoined twin dies of malaria in DR Congo

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Anick and Destin were flown from a remote village of Muzombo to be separated.

Nigeria election 2023: The battle for Lagos

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With seven million registered voters, Nigeria's biggest city could hold the keys to the presidential villa.

New Netflix series African Queens tells the story of Njinga

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The new docudrama is seeking to relate Africa's pre-colonial, female-focused history.

Nigeria’s naira shortage: Banks attacked in Warri and Benin City

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Two banks are reportedly set on fire by customers angered by a lack of new banknotes.

Gloria Orwoba: Kenyan senator asked to leave over ‘period stain’

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Gloria Orwoba, who campaigns against "period poverty", says she was aware her trousers were stained.

Chagos Islands: UK should pay reparations, says Human Rights Watch

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A rights group criticises the UK after people were evicted from the British territory in the 1960s.