Tsitsi Dangarembga: Zimbabwe author convicted over placard protest

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A court rules that Tsitsi Dangarembga incited violence by walking with a sign calling for reform.

World Cup: Mixed reactions for Africa’s quintet in warm-ups

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After final warm-ups before naming their squads, BBC Sport Africa assesses the form of the continent's World Cup sides

Félicien Kabuga: Rwanda genocide suspect goes on trial at The Hague

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Félicien Kabuga is accused of funding and arming militias during the ethnic slaughter in 1994.

Ethiopia’s Tigray war: Satellite images capture troop build-up near Eritrea border

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Soldiers and heavy weapons are being moved in the northern Tigray region, near the border with Eritrea.

Kenya eyeing ‘big dream’ at Volleyballs World Championships

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Sharon Chepchumba says it will be a 'big dream' if Kenya can become the first Africans to reach the second round of the Women's World Volleyball Championship.

Moussa Dadis Camara: Guinea’s ex-military ruler on trial over stadium massacre

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Moussa Dadis Camara is accused of being behind the deaths of 150 protesters - he denies the charges.

Tunisia denounces racism in Brazil game, but questions identity of culprit

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Tunisia's federation denounces the racism that marred Tuesday's defeat against Brazil, but questions the culprits' identity.

Burkina Faso attack: 11 soldiers killed in ambush

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Fifty civilians are also missing, authorities say, as the country battles an Islamist insurgency.

John Mikel Obi: Former Nigeria and Chelsea star retires from football

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Former Nigeria international John Mikel Obi retires from football after winning the Africa Cup of Nations and Champions League during his 18-year career.

Malawi’s John Chilembwe gets statue in London’s Trafalgar Square

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John Chilembwe led opposition to British rule in Malawi - now he's got a statue in Trafalgar Square.