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Half of Moroccans asked by a major BBC Arabic survey say they want immediate political change.

One woman uses a form of African spirituality to communicate with her ancestors.

Dozens more were injured during national celebrations for the country's independence day.

Nigeria and Egypt booked places in the last 16 of the Africa Cup of Nations on Wednesday, but which other favourites clash on day seven?

Mohamed Salah's goal helps hosts Egypt beat DR Congo and move into the last 16 of the Africa Cup of Nations.

Women and girls are urged to report any sexual violence committed by the exiled former president.

Uganda and Zimbabwe play out an entertaining draw in Group A of the Africa Cup of Nations in Cairo.

Fifa opens disciplinary proceedings against Cameroon for team misconduct, offensive behaviour and fair play breaches during the Women's World Cup loss to England.

Nigeria become the first team to qualify for the last 16 of the Africa Cup of Nations as they beat Guinea 1-0.

Kenya's first coal power station would increase greenhouse gas emissions by 700%, campaigners say.

The move shocks many as the largely cashless society fears a local currency that fuelled hyperinflation.

Fatou "Toufah" Jallow says Mr Jammeh sexually assaulted her after she had won a beauty pageant.

A helicopter company insists a motorway rescue was an emergency, not a billionaire escaping traffic.

Midfielder Amr Warda is sent home from the Africa Cup of Nations by hosts Egypt after social media conversations are leaked.

The Manchester City footballer and his wife Rita "failed to pay certain expenses", a judge says.

A politician sparks a diplomatic row by threatening to beat up Tanzanian traders if they do not leave.

Three women tell HRW how they were assaulted by the now exiled leader - allegations his party deny.

Athletics' world governing body seeks to overturn an order allowing Caster Semenya to temporarily compete without testosterone-reducing medication.

Andre and Jordan Ayew both score as 10-man Ghana are forced to settle for a draw against Benin at the Africa Cup of Nations.

Cameroon made a winning start to their title defence on Tuesday, but what's in store on day six of the Africa Cup of Nations?