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The actor was recognised for his contributions to entertainment as well as his humanitarian efforts.

Rebel fighters and Rwandan troops are accused of committing atrocities after capturing the DR Congo city of Uvira in December.

Confederation of African Football president Patrice Motsepe admits to errors following the chaotic Afcon final between Morocco and Senegal which dented Caf's reputation.

A BBC investigation exposed how scammers posted social content of dogs in distress to dupe donors into giving money.

The foreign minister says the "distressed" Ghanaians registered with the embassy in Pretoria to be evacuated.

Ethiopian long-distance runner Yebrgual Melese dies at the age of 36 after falling ill during a routine training session.

The home affairs minister hails the ruling as a "victory" against the "abuse" of the refugee system.

Yoweri Museveni, 81, won disputed elections in January to extend his 40-year rule.

In a first since these meetings started in the 1970s, this move reflects a change in France's thinking.

The French president stood up during a conference in Kenya to tell the audience to quieten down, saying it was “impossible” for speakers to be heard.

Celebrities, filmmakers and creators put up a performance at Africa's biggest night of film and fashion.

The woman, 35, says she was praying for a baby and was "overjoyed" to be "blessed with five at once".

Fear and uncertainty linger for Somali migrants in Minnesota despite a legal reprieve.

The baby hippo, which has been named Bumpy, was found clinging to its lifeless mother at a lake.

While passengers onboard the MV Hondius say the situation is calm, they face days at sea as officials warn the disease may have spread.

Sudan's foreign minister says Ethiopia and UAE has chosen the "wrong path" and would regret it.

DNA tests are underway to confirm whether remains found inside the crocodile match that of a missing man.

Former Defence Minister Sadio Camara was killed in a massive offensive by combined jihadist and separatist forces.

Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso, who came third and fourth respectively in the last elections, switch parties.

There has been a wave of anti-migrant protests in South Africa, some of which have turned violent.