Impala Platinum mine accident in South Africa kills 11

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Leading mining company Impala Platinum describes the accident as the "darkest day" in its history.

Niger coup leaders repeal law against migrant smuggling

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The legislation allowed police to take action against smugglers taking migrants to Europe.

Sierra Leone coup attempt: What may have sparked the violence

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The authorities say Sunday's violence was an effort by some soldiers to overthrow the government.

Sierra Leone prison breaks: Was it an attempted coup?

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Armed men attacked a military barracks and a prison in Freetown, the capital of Sierra Leone on November 26th.

Ghana Cardinal Peter Turkson: It’s time to understand homosexuality

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Cardinal Peter Turkson is at odds with bishops in his country, who back a harsh anti-gay proposal.

Sierra Leone prison breaks: Thirteen soldiers killed in violence

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The government is determining if armed attacks on the capital, Freetown, were an attempted coup.

Kenya abortion: Women go to backstreet clinics amid legal ambiguity

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An estimated seven Kenyan women die a day after unsafe abortions even though they are legal in some cases.

Dozens kidnapped by motorcycle ‘bandits’ in north Nigeria

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At least 100 are abducted over an unpaid "tax" the gunmen had imposed on villagers, residents say.

Sierra Leone lifts curfew after breakout from Freetown’s Pademba Road Prison

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President Julius Maada Bio says most of the leaders behind the attack are detained and calm restored.

Andry Rajoelina: Madagascar president re-elected in contested poll

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President Andry Rajoelina's win follows an election boycott by the opposition over credibility concerns.