Slavery, migration and jihadists – the issues as Mauritania votes

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This election is a litmus test of Mauritania’s democracy after its first democratic transfer of power in 2019.

‘A World Cup final where history beckons either way’

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India and South Africa meet in the T20 World Cup final on Saturday - a final guaranteed to end one side's wait for a trophy.

Kenya protesters traumatised by abductions – lawyer

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Some spoke of having phones confiscated by agents and enduring horrific experiences in dark rooms.

Protesters set fire to Kenya’s parliament – but also saved two MPs

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Two legislators thank the parliamentary invaders for coming to their rescue during a two-hour orderal.

Protesters set fire to Kenya’s parliament – but also saved two MPs

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Two legislators thank the parliamentary invaders for coming to their rescue during a two-hour orderal.

Protesters set fire to Kenya’s parliament – but also saved two MPs

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Two legislators thank the parliamentary invaders for coming to their rescue during a two-hour orderal.

Kenyan court allows military deployment to quell protests

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A judge declines to halt the deployment of soldiers to assist police in quelling anti-budget protests.

Fashion designer vows to regrow dreadlocks cut in Ugandan jail

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Fashion designer Latif Madoi says he was targeted because of his support for opposition leader Bobi Wine.

Rock stars, wrestlers and pilgrims: Africa’s top shots

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A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent.

Rock stars, wrestlers and pilgrims: Africa’s top shots

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A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent.