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Paul Kagame wins with more than 99% of the vote, showing Rwanda's lack of democracy, his critics say.

Rwanda's president smashes his own election record

Belgium's home match against Israel in the Nations League will take place behind closed doors in Debrecen, Hungary on 6 September.

Belgium to face Israel behind closed doors in Hungary

Anti-graft officials are accused of taking kickbacks from politicians in exchange for amnesty.

Entire anti-corruption board fired for alleged Zambia corruption

Over half of the ministers President Ruto proposed are from the cabinet he sacked just last week.

Kenya president unveils 'broad-based' cabinet amid crisis

The daughter of Cameroon's president has said she hopes that her coming out as a lesbian can help change the law banning same-sex relations in her country. Brenda Biya told the Le Parisien newspaper that there were many people in her situation and she hoped to inspire them. The 27-year-old...

President's daughter hopes coming out will change anti-gay laws

A hotel in the Japanese city of Kyoto allegedly canceled an Israeli tourist’s reservation because of “war crimes,” drawing criticism from local officials who said it violated regulations.

Japanese hotel accused of canceling Israeli guest’s reservation because of ‘war crimes’

James Roddis is one of the most senior army officers to be court-martialled in the last 200 years.

Ex-Major General admits disgraceful conduct

The daughter of Dubai's ruler appears to have announced her divorce on social media. A post from the verified Instagram account of Sheikha Mahra bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum said she was ending her marriage, and reads: "I hereby declare our divorce." The BBC has reached out to officials...

Instagram account of Dubai princess announces divorce

The National Trust says it will contact police after illegal campers chop trees and burn fires.

Campers leave trail of destruction at lakeside

Human remains found in a park have been identified as those of a man who had been missing for more than two years. Karandeep Singh was initially reported missing from Slough on 13 December 2021. The formal identification follows the discovery of the remains in Herschel Park, Slough, on 7...

Remains identified as man missing for two years

Patrick McDonagh and Matthew McDonagh are accused of defrauding $435,000 from a US pensioner.

Brothers charged after FBI uncovers $435k fraud

Germany can no longer cooperate militarily with Niger because of a lack of “trust” in relations with the West African country’s military regime, German Foreign Affairs Minister Annalena Baerbock said on Tuesday. Germany already announced on July 6 that it will end operations at its airbase in...

Germany Says Not Possible to Continue Military Cooperation With Niger

Traders point to problems in Bridgwater involving drugs and masked bikers leading to a drop in trade.

The 'intimidating' town with masked bikers and drug deals

Kenya's ambitious initiative to send teachers abroad has gained significant traction with the government sending the first batch of teachers to the US. Ambassador Isaiya Kabira, serving as the Secretary of Investments and Entrepreneurship, yesterday presided over a farewell ceremony for the inaugural group of educators destined for the United States. This move is in line with the State Department of Diaspora Affairs' commitment to enhancing the welfare of Kenyans living overseas and providing comprehensive support during their transition period.

Kenya Sends First Batch of Teachers to the US Under State-Backed Scheme

Police believe the blast, which happened on Thursday, was an isolated incident.

Woman arrested over early hours explosion

In a crowded auditorium in Niger’s capital Niamey, the world’s youngest head of state rested his gauntleted hands on the desk in front of him and thanked God. Not just, he said, for bringing forth this day, Saturday July 6, but for all that he had done and would continue to do for the people of Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso – united now, Captain Ibrahim Traoré said, in the confederated Alliance of Sahel States (AES).

Mali, Niger, Burkina Faso: How a triumvirate of military leaders are redrawing West Africa’s map

The man is receiving hospital treatment for his "very significant injuries", police say.

Appeal after assaulted man found near footpath

The Yemeni Houthi rebels has released a video of an attack it claims to have carried out on an oil tanker in the Red Sea. The footage shows a small vessel approach, then collide with the left side of the ship, resulting in a large explosion. BBC Verify has confirmed...

Watch: Yemeni Houthi rebels attack oil tanker

Councillors from the authority say the ride can stay as long as the fencing around it is replaced.

Ride to remain on seafront despite objections

Lewis Hamilton says Ralf Schumacher’s decision to come out as gay “sends such a positive message” but that Formula 1 needs to make more progress on inclusivity.

Schumacher coming out 'sends positive message' - Hamilton

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Caf set to break even after 'toxic' past - secretary general

African football's governing body will be debt-free next year as a result of improved governance, says secretary general Veron...

Caf set to break even after 'toxic' past - secretary general

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