Caf U-turn on admitting Zanzibar

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Zanzibar has its membership of the Confederation of African Football rescinded just four months after the island was accepted as a member.

Congo’s mining revenue ‘missing’ – Global Witness

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The money is allegedly being distributed through corrupt networks linked to President Joseph Kabila.

History of Africa: Beauty tips from the ancient Kingdom of Kush

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The BBC's Zeinab Badawi attends a wedding breakfast in northern Sudan to witness the enduring beauty techniques of an 8th Century Kushite princess.

Riyad Mahrez: Leicester reject Roma bid for Algeria winger

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Leicester City reject 'low offer' from Roma for winger Riyad Mahrez, Foxes boss Craig Shakespeare confirms.

Singers and skippers

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A selection of the best photos from across Africa this week.

The man who migrated twice

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What is life like for those involved in Europe's great migration?

Harar – the Ethiopian city known as ‘Africa’s Mecca’

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Our correspondent visits the ancient city of Harar as it celebrates its 1,010th anniversary.

Chinese Uighurs fear Egypt deportation

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Muslim Uighurs detained by Egyptian police fear harsh treatment if they are deported to China.

Players ‘more attractive’ after Africa Cup of Nations move

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African players will become a better proposition for European clubs after timings for the Africa Cup of Nations were changed, say leading agents.

Ethiopia: The hyenas of Harar

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Emmanuel Igunza reports from the ancient city of Harar in Ethiopia, where it appears man and hyena have evolved a mutually beneficial - if unlikely arrangement.