Yoweri Museveni says any crime involving guns is dealt with by a military court for the nation's stability.
Morocco will host the Women's Africa Cup of Nations for a third time in a row as the qualifying draw for the 2026 finals is announced.
Ethiopia's deal to build a port in Somaliland had infuriated Somalia, prompting fears of wider conflict.
Two-time World Cup winner Handre Pollard says he is unsure about his future at Leicester, but adds he is relishing playing under Michael Cheika.
Nigerian Vice-President Kashim Shettima has accused the Tory leader of denigrating her country of origin.
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The girl from Sierra Leone said all the 44 migrants on board had died in the storms and high waves.
Supporters of John Mahama allegedly attacked some state institutions and looted properties.
John Mahama will struggle to fulfil his promises as the economy is in deep crisis, some analysts say.
With violence escalating across the country, the attack took place as people gathered for a weekly market.
Kenya's sports minister is confident the country will co-host the 2024 African Nations Championships despite delays in renovating stadiums.
He had argued his first term did not count as he did not serve a full five-year term.
Guinea midfielder Naby Keita will leave Werder Bremen to join Hungarian club Ferencvaros on loan in January.
Charles Onana said to suggest the killings were planned was "one of the biggest scams" of the last century.
Pattni has been accused of smuggling gold and exploiting natural resources in Africa for decades.
Vice-President Mahamudu Bawumi has accepted defeat and congratulated former President John Mahama on his victory.
Ben Curran, the brother of England internationals Sam and Tom, is named in Zimbabwe's squad for their one-day international series against Afghanistan.
South Africa move a step closer to the World Test Championship final with a 109-run victory over Sri Lanka in Gqeberha.
Max Verstappen will do an activity with junior competitors in Rwanda as his "work of public interest" for swearing at the Singapore Grand Prix.
Supporters of John Mahama have been celebrating after Vice-President Mahamudu Bawumia accepted defeat.
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