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Ghana’s defence, environment ministers among 8 killed in helicopter crash
Ghana's defence and environment chiefs were killed in a helicopter crash on Wednesday along with six others, the presidency said. The incident comes at a time of heightened regional security concerns amid rising jihadist activity near Ghana's northern border.
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Ivory Coast leader seeks fourth term after rivals sidelined
Opponents including ex-Credit Suisse CEO Tidjane Thiam are barred from standing in October vote