Why a photo of Mengistu has proved so controversial

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A picture of a former prime minister meeting ex-military ruler Mengistu spurs controversy in Ethiopia.

Senegal striker Moussa Sow announces his international retirement

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Senegal striker Moussa Sow announces his retirement from international football to focus on his club career with UAE side Shabab Dubai.

Algeria appoint former international Djamel Belmadi as new coach

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Algeria's football federation appoint former international Djamel Belmadi as their new manager, after he agrees a four year deal.

Zimbabwe election: Army patrols ghost town Harare

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Initial results from the presidential poll are expected in a few hours, as troops patrol Harare.

Why Gaddafi’s home is still a ghost town

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Residents of the Libyan city of Sirte say they feel "abandoned" nearly two years after Islamic State fighters left.

Russia shocked by mysterious murder of three journalists in CAR

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Many questions remain unanswered about the murder of three men shot dead in Central African Republic.

Russia shocked by mysterious murder of three journalists in CAR

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Many questions remain unanswered about the murder of three men shot dead in Central African Republic.

Cheikhou Kouyate: Crystal Palace sign midfielder from West Ham

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Crystal Palace sign midfielder Cheikhou Kouyate from Premier League rivals West Ham on a four-year deal for an undisclosed fee.

Egypt appoint Mexican Javier Aguirre as their new manager

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Egypt name Mexican Javier Aguirre as their new manager after Hector Cuper left following this summer's World Cup.

Ethiopia’s exiled patriarch Bishop Merkorios returns

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Bishop Merkorios is greeted by followers 27 years after the church split amid Menguistu's overthrow.