Ex-Kenyan leader Raila Odinga buried after days of memorial events

The long-time opposition leader died aged 80 in India, where he had been receiving medical treatment.

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'We are orphans': Kenyans bid farewell to ex-PM Odinga in his political heartland

Huge crowds are attending a memorial for the former leader in Kisumu ahead of his funeral on Sunday.

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Spain's radically different approach to African migration

Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's government is kicking against the prevailing mood among Western nations.

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'Biggest thing since independence' - Cape Verde celebrates World Cup spot

Cape Verdeans took to the streets to celebrate qualifying for the World Cup, with many hailing it the best day since gaining independence in 1975.

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Convicted ex-president Kabila rallies opposition to 'save' DR Congo from crisis

Joseph Kabila appears in Kenya with other opposition leaders two weeks after being sentenced to death.

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Kenyans gather to mourn Raila Odinga

Mourners gather in Nairobi following the death of former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga.

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Flights halted at Kenyan airport as thousands turn out to receive Odinga's body

A sudden influx of mourners prompted authorities to relocate the public viewing ceremony.

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'I can't afford to save both twins': Sudan's war left one mother with an impossible choice

The destruction and hunger that Sudan's war has brought leaves parents with some impossible choices.

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'Biggest thing since independence' - Cape Verde celebrates World Cup spot

Cape Verdeans took to the streets to celebrate qualifying for the World Cup, with many hailing it the best day since gaining independence in 1975.

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Can the world's oldest president keep his title and woo a nation of young voters?

Cameroon's Paul Biya promises young voters "the best is yet to come" as others hunger for "young blood".

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Former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga dies aged 80

Odinga died on Wednesday while receiving medical treatment at a hospital in India, family sources tell the BBC.

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Spain's radically different approach to African migration

Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's government is kicking against the prevailing mood among Western nations.

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Military says it has seized power in Madagascar after president moves to 'safe place'

The military promises elections within two years, but President Rajoelina insists he is still in charge.

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Shamans openly using psychedelic drugs for treatment in South Africa

Business for unregulated healers appears to be thriving in Cape Town, but there are dangers.

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My one-month-old grandson was killed by police tear gas

Counting the cost of deadly Gen Z protests in Madagascar where most young people are unemployed.

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Kenyan officer killed in bow-and-arrow attack at gate of president's residence

The incident raises questions about security at one of Kenya's most heavily guarded places.

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Deity dolls and people power: Africa's top shots

A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond.

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Can the world's oldest president keep his title and woo a nation of young voters?

Cameroon's Paul Biya promises young voters "the best is yet to come" as others hunger for "young blood".

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'Business is at a standstill' - Mali jihadists' fuel blockade hits the capital

More than 300 petrol tankers make it to Bamako under military escort a week after pumps run dry.

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Seychelles' opposition leader wins presidential poll

Patrick Herminie has defeated Wavel Ramkalawan in a runoff, gaining 52.7% of the vote, official results show.

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