Manchester United number one Andre Onana recalled by Cameroon

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Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana is recalled by Cameroon nearly a year after announcing his international retirement.

Uganda’s anti-LGBT laws: Man faces death penalty for ‘aggravated homosexuality’

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He is charged with "aggravated homosexuality" under tough new anti-LGBTQ legislation enacted in May.

Salif Keïta: ‘Golden Voice of Africa’ supports Mali’s coup leaders

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Salif Keïta has been appointed by the junta head as his special adviser on cultural affairs.

Niger coup: France defies ultimatum for ambassador to leave Niamey

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France's president praises the diplomat for staying put despite being told to go by Niger's junta.

Jailed candidate set to win Mali FA elections

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Mamatou "Bavieux" Toure is expected to be re-elected despite being in prison for corruption.

Essex surgeon shot dead ‘sought peace and gave love’

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Kar Hao Teoh was on holiday with his family in South Africa when they were caught up in protests.

Protests erupt in Libya over contact with Israel

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Libya's foreign minister is suspended amid outrage over direct talks with historical foe Israel.

Zambia-Egypt plane seizure: The cash and fake gold that no-one is claiming

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Mystery surrounds a plane from Egypt loaded with money, fake gold and guns that was seized in Zambia.

Emmerson Mnangagwa: ‘The Crocodile’ wins second term as Zimbabwe president

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Mnangagwa came to power in Zimbabwe after a 2017 coup which ousted long-time ruler Robert Mugabe.

Andrew Harding: A fond farewell to an uneasy South Africa

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The BBC's Andrew Harding reflects on his years in a country of increasingly stark contrasts.