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DR Congo's Goma volcano: Desperate search for children missing after eruption

Tue, 05/25/2021 - 01:09
Families were separated as people fled the lava after Saturday night's eruption of Mount Nyiragongo.
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UN calls for immediate release of Mali President Bah Ndaw

Tue, 05/25/2021 - 00:50
This comes after reports that President Bah Ndaw was held by soldiers, raising fears of another coup.
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DR Congo's Goma volcano: Drone images show devastation

Mon, 05/24/2021 - 17:11
Hundreds of homes have been destroyed in the Democratic Republic of Congo after a volcano erupted.
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The South African Football Association condemns abuse of Pitso Mosimane

Mon, 05/24/2021 - 11:59
The South African Football Association condemns the abuse of Al Ahly coach Pitso Mosimane before Mamelodi Sundowns match.
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Eritrea viewpoint: I fought for independence but I'm still waiting for freedom

Mon, 05/24/2021 - 02:07
As Eritrea marks 30 years of independence from Ethiopia, a former fighter reflects on what has been achieved.
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African Confederation Cup: Raja, Pyramids, Kabylie, Coton Sport reach semi-finals

Sun, 05/23/2021 - 22:53
Raja Casablanca are the big winners on Sunday beating Orlando Pirates 4-0 to reach the African Confederation Cup semi-finals along with Pyramids, Coton Sport and JS Kabylie.
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Mount Nyiragongo: Volcanic eruption in DR Congo leaves people homeless

Sun, 05/23/2021 - 18:01
People are telling of their fears after a volcano erupted in DR Congo, sending lava towards homes.
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Senegal: Muslim volunteers organising funerals for the unidentified dead

Sun, 05/23/2021 - 12:00
Muslim volunteers in Senegal are organising dignified funerals for the unidentified dead.
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In pictures: Mount Nyiragongo erupts

Sun, 05/23/2021 - 10:05
Thousands flee their homes in the Democratic Republic of Congo after a volcano erupts near Goma city.
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Ladi Ladebo: A pioneer of Nigerian cinema

Sun, 05/23/2021 - 02:05
Ladi Ladebo, who has died aged 78, was a passionate campaigner against looted artefacts.
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Mount Nyiragongo: DR Congo plans to evacuate city as volcano erupts

Sun, 05/23/2021 - 00:46
Residents of Goma flee to safety as nearby Mount Nyiragongo throws huge lava fountains into the air.
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African Champions League: Ahly, Wydad, Esperance and Kaizer Chiefs reach semi-finals

Sat, 05/22/2021 - 20:33
Holders Al Ahly reach the African Champions League semi-finals as Esperance, Wydad Casablanca and Kaizer Chiefs also advance.
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French army chief says UN report into air strike was biased

Sat, 05/22/2021 - 16:00
Gen Lecointre says he believes Europe will still be fighting jihadism in the Sahel in 10 years time.
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A Japanese composer, a Burkina Faso story-teller and a Congolese rapper make an opera

Sat, 05/22/2021 - 02:40
Japanese composer Keiko Fujiie and Burkina Faso griot Maboudou Sanou helm an ambitious new opera.
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Nigerian army chief Ibrahim Attahiru killed in air crash

Fri, 05/21/2021 - 23:24
An unknown number of his aides also died in the north-western Kaduna state, officials say.
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Burkinabe triple jumper Hugues Fabrice Zango says he needs to take care after Taylor injury

Fri, 05/21/2021 - 16:48
Burkinabe triple jumper Hugues Fabrice Zango says he needs to take care after an injury to his Olympic-rival Christian Taylor.
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Critically ill Covid-19 patients 'more likely' to die in Africa

Fri, 05/21/2021 - 12:09
There is a shortage of specialised staff and equipment such as oxygen monitors, researchers find.
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Africa's week in pictures: 14-20 May 2021

Fri, 05/21/2021 - 01:20
A selection of the week's best photos from across the continent.
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Covid: Why has Seychelles seen rising case numbers?

Fri, 05/21/2021 - 01:17
It's the most vaccinated country in the world, but infections have risen in the island nation.
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Fears over 'silent dictatorship' in Chad

Fri, 05/21/2021 - 01:01
BBC correspondent Mayeni Jones looks at conflicting desires for democracy and security in Chad following the death of President Idriss Déby.
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