Tanzanian priest – and government critic – brutally attacked
The attack on a Catholic priest comes amid rising political tensions ahead of October’s elections.
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DR Congo seeks to remove ex-President Kabila’s immunity
He is accused of backing M23 rebels in the east but he has previously denied links to the group.
Kenyan MP shot dead in ‘targeted’ attack in Nairobi
The opposition legislator had just left parliament when he was attacked by gunmen on a motorcycle, police say.
Why the trees behind shea butter beauty cream are under threat
One man’s struggle to save Uganda’s once-profitable trees that produce shea butter.
South Africa sets up inquiry into apartheid prosecutions
Several apartheid-era atrocities, like murder, have been uncovered but few have made it to court.
Visit Rwanda signs new deal as Arsenal protests continue
Visit Rwanda signs a sponsorship deal with Atletico Madrid as Arsenal fans continue to call for their club to end its agreement with the tourism board.
Mali coup leader wins backing to be president for next five years
Gen Assimi Goïta, who has seized power twice, had previously promised to hold elections.