Ex-Shell boss tasked with cleaning up Nigeria's oil sector

President Tinubu restructures the NNPC, a company which has long struggled with corruption allegations.

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Niger's military leaders free ministers, but not ousted president

President Mohamed Bazoum has been under house arrest since the 2023 military takeover.

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Death sentence for three Americans over DR Congo coup attempt overturned

The Americans are among 37 people sentenced to death last September by a military court.

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Proteas coach Walter resigns for personal reasons

South Africa white-ball coach Rob Walter, who took over in March 2023, resigns citing "personal reasons".

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British-Gambian student targeted by Trump leaves US

Momodou Taal had his visa revoked due to protest activities opposing Israel.

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How South Africa's 'Snowbok' booked Winter Olympics spot

Nicknamed the 'Snowbok', South African cross-country skier Matt Smith is set to compete at the 2026 Winter Olympics despite only taking up the sport two years ago.

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Outrage in Somalia after man says he married missing eight-year-old

Her family had not seen her for six months before she was found with a man claiming to be her husband.

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Zambian president warns sleepy ministers against 'indulgence'

Hakainde Hichilema says some are dozing off because of "indulgence" and a lack of self-control.

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