Outcry over emir’s summons prompts U-turn from Nigerian police

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The emir of Kano is one of Nigeria's most respected traditional leaders but there is a tussle for the throne.

Thousands attend funeral of Amadou Bagayoko in Mali

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The blind musician, who helped bring Malian music to the world in the 2000s, died last week aged 70.

Algeria and Mali block flights from each other after drone shot down

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The statement escalates regional tensions after Mali accused Algeria of backing terrorism.

Dozens die after torrential rain hammers Congolese capital

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Kinshasa is prone to soil erosion and the president warned the climate crisis is making flooding worse.

Zimbabwe to scrap tariffs on US goods as it faces 18% Trump levy

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President Mnangawa says he wants improved relations, days after Donald Trump imposed an 18% tariff on Zimbabwe.

US cancels visas for South Sudanese over deportation dispute

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The African nation is "taking advantage" of the US by not accepting its citizens, says the top US diplomat.

No wigs please – the new rules shaking up beauty pageants

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Wigs and beauty contests are big business in Ivory Coast, but the industry is facing change.

No wigs please – the new rules shaking up beauty pageants

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Wigs and beauty contests are big business in Ivory Coast, but the industry is facing change.

No wigs please – the new rules shaking up beauty pageants

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Wigs and beauty contests are big business in Ivory Coast, but the industry is facing change.

Trump’s tariffs could be death knell for US-Africa trade pact

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Some African countries got privileged access to US markets, but the future of that deal is uncertain.