Malaria breath test shows promise

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People with the disease give off a distinctive "breath-print" that could aid rapid diagnosis, say experts.

Change makers

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How people fleeing South Sudan have managed to create work – for themselves and others – in their new home of Uganda.

Paradise Papers documents raise questions over African mining deal

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A man previously accused of corruption was asked to negotiate a mining deal in Africa, the Paradise Papers reveal.

Michael Emenalo: Chelsea technical director leaves post after 10 years

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Michael Emenalo, the Chelsea technical director, leaves his post after 10 years at Stamford Bridge.

Zimbabwe politics: Mugabe sacks ‘disloyal’ Mnangagwa

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Emmerson Mnangagwa's dismissal boosts Grace Mugabe's hopes of succeeding her husband.

Nigeria kidnapping: Ian Squire killed and three freed

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Ian Squire died after being held hostage in Nigeria alongside three others, who have been freed.

Itumeleng Khune injury blow to South Africa’s World Cup hopes

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Injury means South Africa goalkeeper Itumeleng Khune will miss their crucial World Cup qualifiers against Senegal on Friday and four days later

Liberia’s Supreme Court suspends Weah-Boaki vote

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The Supreme Court orders an investigation into alleged "irregularities and frauds" in the first round.

Denis Onyango says ‘local coaches not ready for Uganda job’

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Uganda captain Denis Onyango says local coaches are not ready to step up and take charge of the country's national team.

South African firm takes over UK bank

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The UK challenger bank is to be sold to South Africa's FirstRand, if shareholders approve the deal.