Ghana Elections. What's at stake?

Over 18 million Ghanaians prepare to vote in their presidential election on December 7th

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What challenges for Namibia's first female president?

Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah Namibia’s first female president,what awaits her administration?

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People in war-torn Sudan need more help

The BBC's Lyse Doucet says the situation in Sudan is worse than before

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Ghana elections: How Mahama made a comeback

Former president John Mahama will return to statehouse following  poll victory

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Can the AU have influence in Libya?

A high level African Union delegation is visiting Libya

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Zambia's Lungu banned from presidential run

Constitutional court bars Zambia’s former president Edgar Lungu from running again

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Ethiopia and Somalia to end dispute

Somalia and Ethiopia have reached a deal to end a bitter dispute

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Why is Ethiopia deporting hundreds of Eritreans?

Ethiopia reportedly sending back Eritreans who had fled forced military conscription

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The impact of Cyclone Chido on Mayotte

Residents of Mayotte have spoken of "apocalyptic scenes" caused by Cyclone Chido

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Why are drowning rates worrying Uganda?

A new report reveals that over 3,000 people die a year from drowning In Uganda

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Mass deportation of Sierra Leoneans from Guinea

A diplomatic spat between Guinea and Sierra Leone after arrests and forced deportations

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Are Kenyan police managing the Haiti crisis?

We get a report from Haiti's capital, which is almost entirely controlled by gangs

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Why is piracy on Somalia waters increasing?

What’s behind the resurgence of piracy off the coast of Somalia?

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Why Malawi seeks billions in unpaid taxes

Malawi’s government demands billions of dollars in unpaid taxes for exported rubies

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What is behind recent stampedes in Nigeria?

Dozens of people have died at charitable events in Nigeria. What went wrong?

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How Sudanese Christians celebrate Christmas in exile

Thousands of Sudanese Christians face Christmas away from home as the Sudan war continues

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Why has Air Tanzania been banned from EU Airspace?

The European Union has banned Tanzania’s national airline from its airspace

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Ivory Coast : What is “ Ivoirité ” ?

Will the issue of national identity matter in next year's elections in Ivory Coast?

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Who is behind the abduction of youths in Kenya?

Kenyan President Ruto seems to acknowledge the abductions and promises government action

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How South Africa’s drug trade is rooted in apartheid rule

South Africa has become a key player in the global drugs trade

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What can Africa expect from President Trump’s second term?

Will Africa's leaders enjoy cordial relations with incoming US President Donald Trump?

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Why are more Francophone countries cutting ties with France?

French troops stationed in Ivory Coast will begin withdrawing from the country this month

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How did Egypt win its battle against hepatitis C?

Egypt had one of highest rates of hepatitis C but has now eradicated the disease

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55 African airlines banned from Europe

55 African airlines have been deemed too unsafe to fly in Europe's airspace

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South Africa plans higher alcohol tax

South Africa plans a to raise alcohol prices in a bid to reduce excessive drinking.

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Violence surges in eastern DRC

M23 rebels have captured a key town in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo

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Why is Johannesburg facing a water crisis?

Residents of South Africa's largest city Johannesburg have been facing water shortages.

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Who is behind the border attack in Benin?

Benin forces suffer heavy losses in an attack near the border with Niger and Burkina Faso

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MSF suspends activities in Khartoum hospital.

MSF suspends activities at Khartoum hospital due to attacks on patients and staff.

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Kenyan court rules suicide criminalisation unconstitutional

Attempted suicide is seen as a criminal act in Kenya, punishable by a jail term

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