Mercenary ‘Mad Mike’ Hoare dies aged 100

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Mike Hoare, a controversial figure, became internationally famous for his campaigns in the Congo.

Sahel crisis: Burkina Faso to arm civilians against militants

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The authorities in Burkina Faso are struggling with a growing wave of Islamist militant attacks.

Malawi election: Court orders new vote after May 2019 result annulled

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There have been protests in the country after May's election, which the incumbent president won.

Burkina Faso: Gunmen kill 20 civilians in attack

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The attack took place in a village in north-western Burkina Faso late on Saturday.

Fatma Samoura’s mandate not extended by Caf

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Caf's Executive Committee votes not to renew the mandate of Fifa's Fatma Samoura who had been working as General Delegate for Africa for the past six months.

Fatma Samoura’s mandate not extended by Caf

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Caf's Executive Committee votes not to renew the mandate of Fifa's Fatma Samoura who had been working as General Delegate for Africa for the past six months.

Somalia declares emergency over locust swarms

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Parts of east Africa see the largest invasion of the insects in 25 years, threatening food supplies.

Emmanuel Amuneke: New boss of Egypt’s El-Makkasa admits to ‘big task’

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Former Nigeria international Emmanuel Amuneke says he faces a 'big task' after taking over as coach of struggling Egyptian Premier League side El-Makkasa.

African Champions League: Ahly through to quarter-finals after tense draw in Sudan

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Al Ahly of Egypt draw 1-1 away to Al Hilal of Sudan on Saturday to book a quarter-final place in this year's African Champions League.

Tanzania rush for sacred oil kills 20 worshippers

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Worshippers at a church service in Moshi were crushed to death as they rushed to be anointed.