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The impact of IMF loans on poor nations is a complex and debated topic. While the International Monetary Fund (IMF)...
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- At least 55 Ghanaians killed in Russia-Ukraine war, minister says
This is the highest number of confirmed casualties from a single African country in the Ukraine-Russia war.
- Former US diplomat sentenced to life for abusing two girls in Burkina Faso
He used the girls' mother's life-threatening illness as an opportunity to demand sex, said the US Office of Public Affairs.
- Epstein tried to buy a palace in Morocco days before his arrest in 2019
The disgraced financier was in talks to buy luxury abode Bin Ennakhi - but the purchase was never completed.
- Kenyan charged with luring young men to fight for Russia in Ukraine
A total of 1,000 Kenyans have reportedly been recruited to fight for Russia in its war against Ukraine.
- Zimbabwe eliminated from World Cup after defeat to India
Defending champions India pile on 256-4 as they eliminate Zimbabwe from the T20 World Cup with victory in Chennai.
- South Africa stay unbeaten with win over West Indies
Aiden Markram smacks 82 not out off 46 balls as South Africa beat West Indies by nine wickets to maintain their unbeaten record at the 2026 T20 World Cup
- Girl, 14, shot dead as South Africa's 'taxi wars' hit school
Violence has plagued South Africa's highly competitive and lucrative taxi industry for decades.
- Is Ethiopia heading back to war in Tigray?
Many people are again leaving the region of Tigray just over three years after the civil war there ended.
- Nigeria to hold inquest into death of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's toddler
The internationally acclaimed writer has accused Nigerian hospital Euracare of negligence, which it denies.
- Man Utd ruled out signing Osimhen 'because of Afcon'
The Africa Cup of Nations proved to be "a big stumbling block" when Manchester United discussed signing Victor Osimhen, according to former coach Benni McCarthy.
- Joshua crash driver case adjourned to March
The driver of the car involved in a fatal crash involving British heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua has appeared in court in Nigeria.
- How Zimbabwe returned from abyss to World Cup resurgence
After a long time in the wilderness, Zimbabwe are again contending on the biggest stage at the 2026 T20 World Cup - this is the story of their resurgence.
- Drones hammer Sudan's gold and oil zone - the pivotal new front line
Intensified attacks in the Kordofan region have led to mass casualties as peace remains elusive.
- Senegal decries imprisonment of fans after Afcon clashes
Senegal's prime minister says it is "regrettable" that 18 of its football fans have been handed prison sentences related to disturbances at the 2025 Afcon final.
- Hetmyer hammers 85 as West Indies thrash Zimbabwe
Shimron Hetmyer stars as West Indies maintain their perfect record at the 2026 T20 World Cup with a 107-run win over Zimbabwe to start their Super 8 stage.
- England & South Africa postpone T20 series in 2027
England and South Africa postpone a T20 international series against each other which was originally planned for next winter.
- Catch of the day: Pictures from spectacular Nigerian fishing festival
Days of competition culminate in a fishing contest rooted in efforts to cement local peace.
- The two farms in Senegal that supply many of the UK's vegetables
During winter in Britain fresh produce is sent by cargo ship from the West African nation every week.
- How the tide turned against the leader of South Africa's second-biggest party
John Steenhuisen will not seek re-election as DA leader, leaving the race wide open for a successor.
- Kenyans drop flowers for Valentine's bouquets of cash. Not everyone is impressed
Bouquets of cash have been blooming in popularity in Kenya but recent warnings may slow the trend.