President cuts short Davos trip as DR Congo fighting rages

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Conflict in eastern DR Congo's has forced 400,000 people to flee their homes this year alone, the UN says.

New Nigerian jihadist group declared terrorists

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The Lakurawa group has been accused of attacks on top government officials and kidnapping.

Police chief accused of Mozambique abuses sacked by new president

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Bernadino Rafael denies claims he worked with criminal groups to kidnap and kill protesters.

Shades, sparks and snow: Africa’s top shots

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

Abductions spark fears of a return to Kenya’s dark past

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"I was scared he had come to beat me or finish me off," a government critic tells the BBC about his ordeal.

Former Namibian first lady warns of fraudsters using her face

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In a video message Monica Geingos warns people not to be duped into investing in fake schemes.

Caf says deputy leader faces no action over payments

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African football's governing body says Swiss prosecutors will not bring legal charges against its secretary general Veron Mosengo-Omba.

Coventry aims to challenge ‘status quo’ at IOC

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Zimbabwe's Kirsty Coventry is aiming to become the first female president of the International Olympic Committee.

Man City sign Egypt forward Marmoush for £59m

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Egypt forward Omar Marmoush, the second highest scorer in the Bundesliga this season, has agreed a contract until 2029.

Man City sign Egypt forward Marmoush for £59m

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Egypt forward Omar Marmoush, the second highest scorer in the Bundesliga this season, has agreed a contract until 2029.