Afcon 2023 qualifiers: Who still has a chance to qualify?

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Fifteen countries have now qualified for the Africa Cup of Nations, but a handful of places can still be claimed.

Morocco jet ski tourists were warned before shooting, Algeria says

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Officials say the group ignored alerts after straying from Moroccan waters, but a survivor disputes this.

Gabon coup leader Brice Nguema vows free elections – but no date

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General Brice Nguema, who toppled long-time leader Ali Bongo, has officially become Gabon's interim leader.

South Africa says inquiry finds no evidence of arms shipment to Russia

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A national inquiry rejects US claims a Russian cargo ship was uploaded with South African weapons.

Lagos traffic jams disappear. But this isn’t good news for Nigeria

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The removal of a fuel subsidy has pushed the cost of transport out of the reach of many Nigerians.

Sudan conflict: Air strike on Khartoum kills at least 20

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Hundreds have died and millions have been forced from their homes since fighting began in April.

Israel: Netanyahu wants immediate deportation of Eritreans after Tel Aviv violence

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PM Benjamin Netanyahu wants the immediate deportation of Eritreans who took part in Tel Aviv riots.

Heath Streak: Former Zimbabwe captain & coach dies aged 49

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Former Zimbabwe captain and coach Heath Streak, who had been suffering from colon cancer, dies at the age of 49.

Johannesburg fire: Hijacks and death traps in a crumbling South African city centre

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Criminal gangs 'hijack' buildings in South Africa, and then they burn down. And no-one seems able to stop them.

Gabon coup will not end rule by Bongo clan – presidential source

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A source close to the deposed president says those celebrating the coup should not expect much change.