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About 20 people remain in the abandoned mine following a gas explosion which killed six, police say.

Senegal will not ease off despite sealing a place at the Under-20 World Cup with a second win at the Africa Cup of Nations in Niger

Brighton boss Chris Hughton says it is up to the FA to take action over an alleged derogatory chant aimed at Gaetan Bong by West Brom fans.

Muhammadu Buhari, the "new broom" president, hoping to win a second term in office.

Atiku Abubakar, the man hoping to unseat Nigeria's president, is a veteran politician and business tycoon.

There has been major backlash against the plan to attract visitors using images of plus-size women.

Nimco Ali wants to educate people about the risks and the violent reality of FGM, which she survived.

West Ham are investigating after a fan is heard racially abusing Liverpool's Mohamed Salah on a video taken by a fellow supporter.

The men died in an apparent accident after a traditional honeymoon ceremony in Ethiopia.

Guinea defender Ibrahima Sory Conte is an injury doubt for the Africa Cup of Nations finals in Egypt as he is ruled out for the rest of the French season.

Guinea's Florentin Pogba says he's ready for a new adventure at Major Soccer League club Atlanta United after Elche deal falls through.

The centre was established by a British couple 10 years ago when they retired to Morocco.

Sylvia Yeko says now feels respected, even though female genital mutilation is banned in Uganda.

Riding BMX bikes keeps young kids from the ghetto out of trouble, says Nigerian rider Starboy.

The ICC says it has now released Laurent Gbagbo after his acquittal for crimes against humanity.

Fifa has requested a full investigation into match-fixing allegations against former Kenya international George Owino Audi, who denies wrongdoing.

MPs propose a constitutional amendment that could allow President Sisi to stay in power until 2034.

Walter Magaya falsely claimed that a herb-based drug had the magical power to cure HIV and Aids.

Fifa resumes its financial backing to the Tanzania Football Federation, who will use the money to develop its training and playing facilities.

Former Guinea international defender Mohamed 'Ofei' Sylla dies at the age of 44 after a short illness.