French migration row engulfs island in Indian Ocean

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The island of Mayotte becomes the latest battleground in France over the laws on immigration.

Congo player leaves top Rwandan club over war gesture

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After scoring, footballer Heritier Luvumbu expressed solidarity with war victims in his home country.

Why Kenyan men hold a conference on Valentine’s Day

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All men are invited to this mostly imaginary conference on Valentine's Day but women are banned.

Eq Guinea striker Nsue suspended for ‘indiscipline’

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Equatorial Guinea striker Emilio Nsue is suspended indefinitely for 'serious indiscipline' during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.

Dramatic rescue for doctor kidnapped in Chad

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Five days after being seized, a Polish doctor is saved despite the rescue helicopter coming under attack.

Nigeria ex-leader’s signature forged to take $6m – aide

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A Nigerian court hears dramatic testimony in the corruption trial of the former central bank chief.

The religion that shaped Bob Marley’s hair

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As a new film about the reggae star's life comes out, here's all you need to know about his Rastafarian faith.

Afcon glory is ‘revenge’ for Ivory Coast coach Fae

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Emerse Fae says guiding Ivory Coast to the 2023 Afcon title feels like "revenge" after he was forced to retire from playing early.

Wanted US fugitive re-captured after escape in Kenya

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Kelvin Kangethe escaped custody in Kenya, and is wanted by US police in connection with a murder.

Nigerians turn to rice that’s normally thrown away

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"Afafata" rice is usually discarded but rising prices mean many northern families are now eating it.