Somalia signs security pact with backers at London talks

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Support and training pledged for army and police in fight against al-Shabaab militants.

Polish tourist’s death in Egypt ‘may be linked to trafficking’

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Investigators in Poland say organised crime may be linked to woman's hospital plunge.

Lions face same extinct threats as Ice Age cats – study

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Two big cats including the African lion are most at risk from extinction due to loss of prey, say scientists.

Ghanaian judge to head Fifa’s Disciplinary Committee

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Ghanaian judge Anin Yeboah is elected as the chairman of Fifa's Disciplinary Committee at world football governing body's congress.

Zesco secure slender win over Smouha

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Zambian club Zesco United record a slender victory over Egypt's Smouha at the start of their African Confederation Cup group campaign.

Nigeria’s Chibok girls: Father’s joyful reunion with freed daughter

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The head of the Chibok's Parents Association says the girls suffered hardship while in captivity.

Zimbabwe’s Robert Mugabe ‘not asleep just resting his eyes’

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Zimbabwe's president, 93, has often been seen apparently sleeping during recent meetings.

Etoile impress as group phase kicks off

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The newly expanded group phase of the African Champions League kicks off with a strong start for Tunisia's Etoile du Sahel and Esperance.

UK election and Africa

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Do you have any questions about how the UK elections will affect Africa?

Zanzibar floods close schools

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All schools on the island of Zanzibar are closed temporarily due to flooding after heavy rains.