Prisoners escape from Niger jail that holds militants

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Authorities impose curfew in the volatile Tillaberi region after inmates escape from a major prison.

Fancy fascinators and prickly pears: Africa’s top shots

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A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent.

Fancy fascinators and prickly pears: Africa’s top shots

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A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent.

Fancy fascinators and prickly pears: Africa’s top shots

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A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent.

Anger in Egypt after crash cyclist picked for Olympics

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Social media users call for competitor who collided with teammate to be dropped from national side.

Mixed reaction as South Africa dumps superfans

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South Africa split after new sports minister announces end to government funding for country’s most recognisable supporters.

Nigeria-EU deal sparks false claims over LGBT rights

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Misinformation about a European Union partnership pact has whipped up hostility towards the gay community.

Nigeria-EU deal sparks false claims over LGBT rights

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Misinformation about a European Union partnership pact has whipped up hostility towards the gay community.

Eritrea’s Girmay wins third stage at Tour de France

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Biniam Girmay sprints to his third victory on stage 12 of the Tour de France.

Burkina Faso’s military junta bans homosexual unions

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The military-led country becomes the latest in Africa to crack down on LGBT rights despite Western pressure.