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Basketball World Cup 2023: Former NBA star Luol Deng credited with masterminding South Sudan's success
Former NBA star Luol Deng credited as the 'heart and soul' of South Sudan's Cinderella story at the Basketball World Cup.
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South Africa fire: What are Johannesburg's hijacked buildings?
Many blocks in inner-city Johannesburg, the scene of a deadly fire, are deemed unfit to live in.
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Johannesburg fire: 'Others jumped too, but they didn't make it'
One survivor tells of his escape, another says she was powerless with her children trapped inside.
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Johannesburg fire: ‘I’ve never seen anything like this’
At least 73 people died in the blaze in the city centre building
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Johannesburg fire: 73 dead in blaze at city centre building
South African authorities say it is unclear what sparked the blaze at the five-storey building.
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Anonymous Sudan hacks X to put pressure on Elon Musk over Starlink
Prolific hackers accused of being a front for Russian cyber-operation shares counter evidence with the BBC.
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Gabon coup leaders name General Brice Oligui Nguema as new leader
Brice Oligui Nguema is named transitional leader after the overthrow of President Ali Bongo.
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Gabon coup: Why military takeovers are all the rage
Gabon is the latest African state to be hit by a coup, raising fears about the future of democracy.
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Simple guide to the Gabon coup
President Ali Bongo is under house arrest after being ousted by the army after a disputed election.
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Gabon coup: Ousted president Ali Bongo calls for support
Sitting in what he calls his residence, Ali Bongo called on his supporters to "make noise" after his ousting.
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Johnny McKinstry: Northern Irishman leading Gor Mahia's revival
Kenyan giants Gor Mahia target title defence after a revival led by Northern Ireland's Johnny McKinstry.
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Gabon coup: Army cancels elections and seizes power
Soldiers go on TV to say they are annulling the results of the election won by President Bongo.
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Gabon army officers announce takeover on national television
Twelve officers appear on national television to announce they are cancelling the results of Saturday's election.
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Niger coup: Why won't the US call it a coup?
The military took over the government in Niger. Here’s why the US doesn’t want to call it an overthrow.
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On patrol with Tunisia's coast guard: Nine boats in 24 hours
BBC team spends 24 hours with Tunisia's coast guard, as it finds people desperate to cross continents.
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Man Utd's Onana recalled for Cameroon qualifier
Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana is recalled by Cameroon, despite announcing his international retirement last year.
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Uganda's anti-LGBT laws: Man faces death penalty for 'aggravated homosexuality'
He is charged with "aggravated homosexuality" under tough new anti-LGBTQ legislation enacted in May.
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Salif Keïta: 'Golden Voice of Africa' supports Mali's coup leaders
Salif Keïta has been appointed by the junta head as his special adviser on cultural affairs.
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Niger coup: France defies ultimatum for ambassador to leave Niamey
France's president praises the diplomat for staying put despite being told to go by Niger's junta.
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Jailed candidate set to win Mali FA elections
Mamatou "Bavieux" Toure is expected to be re-elected despite being in prison for corruption.
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