Zahara: South African music icon dies aged 36

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Zahara, known for her soulful voice and hit song Loliwe, was once named in a BBC 100 Women list.

Niger junta refuses to free ex-leader Mohamed Bazoum and have sanctions dropped

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Regional bloc Ecowas says it will maintain sanctions on Niger after military leaders refused their offer.

Mthuli Ncube: Zimbabwe shock as finance minister named Africa’s best

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Mthuli Ncube was named "Best African Finance Minister of the Year" despite the country's economic turmoil.

Russia and Wagner’s growing influence in the Central African Republic

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Moscow continues to foster close relationships with various countries in sub-Saharan Africa.

Philip Mpango: Tanzania orders social media crackdown over VP death rumours

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Philip Mpango resurfaced on Sunday after not being seen for a month, leading to rumours about his health.

Kenya’s nationwide power blackout sparks KPLC sabotage suspicions

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Kenya has experienced three countrywide blackouts in the last four months, the latest on Sunday evening.

Why Wagner is winning hearts in the Central African Republic

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The BBC visits the Central African Republic to see why Russian Wagner forces are so popular there.

Sudan war: Two people killed in attack on aid convoy in Sudan, says Red Cross

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Seven others including three charity staff were injured in what the Red Cross has called a "deliberate attack".

Egypt election: Discontent grows as Sisi seeks third term

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Many people are disgruntled with the president's handling of the economy after a decade in power.

DR Congo President Tshisekedi compares Rwanda counterpart Kagame to Hitler

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Félix Tshisekedi accuses his counterpart in neighbouring Rwanda of wanting to expand.