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Guillaume Soro, who faces lengthy prison sentences, says he wans to "contribute to reconciliation".

Julius Malema had candid views on Kenya's president but also poses a challenge to the opposition.

Saturday's elections in three states were marred by reports of low turnout, violence and rigging.

The European Union urges the military government to investigate the reported slaughter of villagers.

More than 50 soldiers were killed in the attack by al-Shabab fighters in May.

Ghana striker Raphael Dwamena dies aged 28 after collapsing on the pitch during a league match in Albania.

The rags to riches story of Amoako Boafo, whose portraits of black subjects now command mega prices.

Interpreters for German soldiers say they will be the target of jihadists after the UN soon leaves.

More than 1.6 million people could be affected by the unusually heavy seasonal rains.

The 2027 Africa Cup of Nations in East Africa will be the "most commercially viable" in history as it will have three hosts, claims an official.

Eritrea withdraw from qualifiers for the 2026 Fifa World Cup just six days before they were due to play their first group fixture.

Ghanaians online are outraged over the incident, which sparked a police manhunt.

Nathan Tella says it would be "a dream come true" to make his debut for Nigeria in the 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifiers.

The 44% fall in the kwacha's value will make imports dearer but some argue it was long overdue.

The famous tree dates back to 17th Century Ghana and was reportedly planted by a renowned priest.

Mayor Ian Makone faces the sack in a wrangle that has already seen the ousting of 15 MPs.

Leaders of the Ogiek community say armed forest rangers are "pulling down houses with axes and hammers".

The cards used to be free - the new charge come amid a cost-of living crisis.

Lalibela is home to famous 13th Century churches that are registered as Unesco world heritage sites.

Witnesses accused the paramilitary group Rapid Support Forces (RSF) of targeting and killing non-Arabs.