Dozens kidnapped by motorcycle ‘bandits’ in north Nigeria
At least 100 are abducted over an unpaid "tax" the gunmen had imposed on villagers, residents say.
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Sierra Leone lifts curfew after breakout from Freetown’s Pademba Road Prison
President Julius Maada Bio says most of the leaders behind the attack are detained and calm restored.
Andry Rajoelina: Madagascar president re-elected in contested poll
President Andry Rajoelina's win follows an election boycott by the opposition over credibility concerns.
Khtek: The Moroccan rapper who is grateful to have bi-polar disorder
Khtek, one of Morocco's biggest rappers, talks to the BBC about sexism and mental illness.
South Africa pulls out of race to host 2027 Women’s World Cup
South Africa withdraws its bid to host the Women's World Cup in 2027 to focus on an improved bid for the 2031 tournament.
Somalia joins East African Community
It is hoped that joining the East African Community will boost economic growth after years of war.
Anthony Joshua: Talks held over boxing match in Africa, says Eddie Hearn
Promoter Eddie Hearn has held talks over an Anthony Joshua fight in Africa which could "revisit" 1974's Rumble in the Jungle.
Black Thursday: Chad grants amnesty to police who killed over 50 protestors
Human rights groups say more than 300 people were killed in opposition protests in 2022.
Clemence Mtenga: Tanzanian student killed in Israel was a ‘leader’ to classmates
Clemence Mtenga should have graduated from university this week - instead his body is being flown home.
Ansu Keita: Liberia head coach misses World Cup qualifier after death threats
Liberia manager Ansu Keita on how death threats from fans forced him to miss a 2026 World Cup qualifier.
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