While his family and management are yet to issue a statement, a member of the Nigerian Guild of Editors told the BBC his death had left the association in shock. Tributes have been pouring in from fans and friends in Nigeria’s film industry, known as Nollywood. BBC News
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The foreign minister says the “distressed” Ghanaians registered with the embassy in Pretoria to be evacuated. BBC News
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Ethiopian long-distance runner Yebrgual Melese has died at the age of 36 after falling ill during a routine training session on Tuesday, the country’s athletics federation has announced. Melese, the winner of marathons in Houston, Prague and Shanghai, had been preparing for a race in Ottawa on 24 May. According …
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The home affairs minister hails the ruling as a “victory” against the “abuse” of the refugee system. BBC News
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Yoweri Museveni, 81, won disputed elections in January to extend his 40-year rule. BBC News
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In a first since these meetings started in the 1970s, this move reflects a change in France’s thinking. BBC News
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Ships have rerouted around the Cape of Good Hope since 2023 to avoid conflicts in the Middle East. BBC News
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Announcing his death, President Duma Boko said Mogae was “a distinguished statesman and patriot”. BBC News
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The ruling could have huge implications for the political future of Cyril Ramaphosa. BBC News
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At least 30 people were killed when jihadists raided the villages of Korikori and Gomossogou in Mopti region, according to sources quoted by the AFP news agency. Other diplomatic and aid sources separately told the Reuters news agency the death toll from Wednesday’s simultaneous attacks had reached at least 50. …
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But briefing the media on Thursday following a cabinet meeting, Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni said, without specifying which footage she was talking about, that “the fake videos and images are not only fake, but they are intended to undermine the good reputation of South Africa internationally and undermine …
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“If the people want me to have a third term, I will accept,” Tshisekedi says, with him due to step down in 2028. BBC News
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The baby hippo, which has been named Bumpy, was found clinging to its lifeless mother at a lake. BBC News
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DNA tests are underway to confirm whether remains found inside the crocodile match that of a missing man. BBC News
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Sudan’s foreign minister says Ethiopia and UAE has chosen the “wrong path” and would regret it. BBC News
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Former Defence Minister Sadio Camara was killed in a massive offensive by combined jihadist and separatist forces. BBC News
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Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso, who came third and fourth respectively in the last elections, switch parties. BBC News
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It is impossible to say how many social media accounts operate from Mityana. But collectively, they have flooded Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and YouTube with videos of pitiful-looking animals – mostly dogs and cats, but even rabbits – with commentary pleading for donations to shelter, feed and treat them. BBC News
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More than 100 gangs are operating nationwide as the growing use of political thugs raises fears of election violence. BBC News
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According to oral history passed down over the generations, Santseo was planted in the 13th Century by Komfo Nana Asumbia, a royal figure to whom we trace our lineage. However, to my knowledge, no tests have been done to check how old the tree really is. BBC News
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