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It is the latest twist over the fate of Lungu's body, which remains in a South African morgue since his death.

The troops, who landed at an airfield in Bauchi state, will not take part in combat operations, officials say.

Nigeria fans are still hoping Fifa may rule in their favour over allegations that DR Congo fielded ineligible players during Africa's 2026 World Cup play-offs.

Zimbabwe qualify for the Super 8s at the T20 World Cup as rain washes out their Group B game against Ireland.

Officials allege that an empty coffin was placed over concealed bags of charcoal in a hearse.

John Steenhuisen will not seek re-election as DA leader, leaving the race wide open for a successor.

John Steenhuisen will not seek re-election as DA leader, leaving the race wide open for a successor.

Police are still looking for a fourth suspect in the attack which has shocked South Africans.

Seven men from Ghana were "burnt beyond recognition" after Islamists raided the town they were travelling through.

Seven men from Ghana were "burnt beyond recognition" after Islamists raided the town they were travelling through.

Authorities say they have put in place contingency measures as a labour dispute affects travel.

The authorities say a growing number of citizens are being illegally recruited to fight elsewhere.

Armed men shot locals dead, set homes alight and abducted an "undetermined" number of people in Niger State.

Ghana has called on Russia to extradite the man, who is accused of recording sexual encounters without consent.

Giving some newborns in Guinea-Bissau an established hepatitis B treatment but not others is "unethical", it says.

Bouquets of cash have been blooming in popularity in Kenya but recent warnings may slow the trend.

Bouquets of cash have been blooming in popularity in Kenya but recent warnings may slow the trend.

Paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) committed the atrocities in the city of el-Fasher, says a UN report.

Afcon 2027 will be held in June and July next year and reports the finals could be delayed are "totally unfounded", says African football boss Patrice Motsepe.

Afcon 2027 will be held in June and July next year and reports the finals could be delayed are "totally unfounded", says African football boss Patrice Motsepe.