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Many injured as plane crashes in S Africa
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In pictures: The Durban July in South Africa
It is the highlight of the South African social calendar.
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US troops should not be fighting in Niger, says President Issoufou
Leader’s remarks follow botched raid in which five Nigerien and four US soldiers died last year
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Social media tax angers Ugandans
Social media users now must pay daily levy of 6 cents
Latest Africa
Five years after Morsi, Egyptian economy strengthens amid oppression
Five years after the deposal of Mohamed Morsi, Egypt’s first democratically elected president, the country’s long-ailing economy appears to be on the path to recovery. But at what cost?
Kenya fire: Several dead in Nairobi market
At least 15 people have been killed in a fire at a market in the Kenyan capital Nairobi.
Libya urges UN to block oil sales after clashes between rival faction
Move comes after strongman Khalifa Haftar takes control of key Gulf of Sirte oil terminals
How McKinsey Lost Its Way in South Africa
When the godfather of management consulting landed its biggest contract ever in Africa, it made the worst mistake in its storied nine-decade history.
Zimbabwe blast rocks stadium in apparent assassination attempt on President
The country's two vice presidents were among at least eight people injured, The Herald reported. Kembo Mohadi suffered leg injuries, and Constantino Chiwenga had slight facial bruises, state media said.
Jean-Pierre Bemba: ICC orders release of Congo 'warlord'
Judges at the International Criminal Court (ICC) have ordered the release of former Democratic Republic of Congo rebel leader and Vice-President Jean-Pierre Bemba.
ICC overturns murder, rape, pillage convictions of DR Congo ex-VP Bemba
International Criminal Court appeals judges have overturned the convictions of former Congolese Vice President Jean-Pierre Bemba for atrocities committed by his forces in Central African Republic.
Egypt's al-Sisi sworn in for second term amid unrest
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi vowed to tackle jihadists and revive the economy as he was sworn in Saturday for a second four-year term after a wave of arrests.
This Country Just Voted To Allow Its President To Serve For Another 14 YearsThis Country Just Voted To Allow Its President To Serve For Another 14 Years
Human rights groups worry that the other changes to the constitution could deepen ethnic tensions and fuel more civil unrest.
DR Congo Ebola outbreak: WHO in emergency talks as cases spread
The World Health Organization (WHO) is to hold an emergency meeting to discuss the risk of Ebola spreading from the Democratic Republic of Congo.
South Africa direct rule for North West province
South Africa has taken over direct administration of North West province where corruption allegations have led to violent protests.
Togo will share info on Vincent Bolloré with French inquiry if asked
Togo will provide information to the French inquiry into billionaire Vincent Bolloré’s Africa operations if asked to do so, Public Function Minister Gilbert Bawara said on Friday, adding Togo "has nothing to add" on the matter.
Nigeria President Buhari to meet Trump in Washington
Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari will become the first leader from sub-Saharan Africa to be received by US President Donald Trump when he arrives in Washington for talks late
Tiny African kingdom of Swaziland changes its name to eSwatini
Some Swiss have responded with relief as the countries often are confused on online forms.
South Africa bids farewell to anti-apartheid icon Winnie Mandela
Tens of thousands of people sang, cheered and cried as the flag-draped casket of anti-apartheid activist Winnie Madikizela-Mandela was escorted from her official funeral on Saturday, after supporters defended her complex legacy with poetry and anger.
Shanty town life: ‘They will beat their mothers with a brick’
SOUTH Africa’s townships can be dangerous places to visit but it can be even worse for those who live in them. We went inside the slums to find out why outsiders are ‘too scared’ to go near.
