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Africa
Heavy rains lash Mozambique after Cyclone Kenneth turns fatal
At least four deaths had been reported as aid groups warned of possible flooding and mudslides in the days ahead.
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Extreme weather
Mozambique hit by unprecedented second cyclone in season
The second powerful cyclone to rip into Mozambique in just six weeks has stunned residents in a region where such storms had not been recorded.
- by Cara Anna
Wildlife
'They mimic everything we do': How a park ranger got two gorillas to pose for a selfie
A park ranger in Congo has described how he captured a selfie with two gorillas that quickly went viral.
Pregnancy
Ugandan mum of multiple quadruplets struggles to provide for 38 kids
Three years ago, however, the 39-year-old Ugandan was abandoned by her husband, leaving her to support their surviving 38 children alone.
- by Elias Biryabarema
South Africa
Scores dead after flooding in South Africa
At least 60 people are dead after torrential rains swept through Durban, with informal settlements being some of the worst hit areas.
- by Kimon de Greef
Crime
British woman killed, three others kidnapped in Nigeria
Kidnappings are rampant in Nigeria, where both locals and foreigners are targeted — mostly for ransom.
Democracy
Sudan tensions escalate after talks with military break down
The protesters fear the military intends to cling to power or put another general in charge.
Protest
Ruling Sudan military council promises civilian cabinet as demonstrations continue
The announcement was unlikely to satisfy protesters, who have demanded full civilian rule via a transitional civilian government that would rule for four years.
Climate policy
Underwater, Seychelles President makes emotional plea to save the seas
Calling oceans the "beating blue heart of our planet," Danny Faure called for more protection for the ocean's ecosystem.
- by Iliana Magra
World politics
Sudan gets new leader, army refuses to extradite ousted president
General Awad ibn Ouf, who was name de facto leader after al-Bashir's ouster on Thursday, announced he was stepping down as transitional leader.
Protest
Sudanese army says it holds president, won't extradite him
The Sudanese army will not extradite deposed President Omar al-Bashir but will put him on trial at home, before the nation, the military said on Friday as it defended its ouster of the longtime ruler.