Off the handle

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Spare a thought for those who are given troublesome names. In Zambia, Chris Haslam came across some very surprising choices.

Militia fighters decapitate 40 police officers in DR Congo

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About 40 were killed when a police convoy was ambushed in the central province of Kasai.,

Militia fighters decapitate 40 police officers in DR Congo

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About 40 were killed when a police convoy was ambushed in the central province of Kasai.,

Sierra Leone football set for fresh start

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Sierra Leone football could be set for a new era of peace as leading figures settle their differences and set up a new ethics body.

Nigeria friendly with Burkina Faso cancelled

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Nigeria's friendly with Burkina Faso on Monday in London is called off after several Burkina Faso players fail to gain entry visas for the UK.

Thomas Fessy: What is behind Congo police beheadings?

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Up to 400 people have reportedly been killed in the central DR Congo province of Kasai - what is going on?

South African astrologer fights to legalise ‘magic’ mushrooms

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An astrologer in South Africa is fighting to get "magic" mushrooms legalised for use in spiritual ceremonies.

Why mix earthworms and cocoa shells?

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The Ivorian farmers benefiting from a unique, but labour intensive, blend of compost.

ICC orders Congo warlord Germain Katanga to pay victims

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Ex-Congolese militia leader ordered to pay $1m (£800,000), but he is broke.

Comoros hold advantage in 2019 Nations Cup qualifier

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Comoros Islands take a big step towards playing in the group stages of 2019 Nations Cup qualifying by beating Mauritius 2-0 on Friday.