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A recent arrest prompts questionsA private's detention reignites concerns that troops are contributing to the country's security challenges.1 day ago2 days agoSouth Africa investigates death of Nigerian who collapsed during arrestInitial reports from a post-mortem said he had "abrasions on his back and chest", investigators say.2 days ago3 days agoThe notorious Cameroonian prison with its own record labelNew Bell's inmates have become mini stars, recording songs and music videos from the confines of the jail.3 days ago4 days agoNigeria's president approves largest military expansion in recent timesThe government is under intense pressure to tackle a slew of armed groups, many of whom attack civilians.4 days ago4 days agoDancing with Shakira at World Cup was 'very, very, very, very, very good' - Ghetto KidsThe child stars tell the BBC of their excitement entertaining their biggest crowd yet at the World Cup final.4 days ago5 days agoTanzanian lecturer arrested over anti-government protests charged with terrorismHe is among more than 130 people detained over planned protests calling for democratic reforms.5 days ago5 days agoSouth Africa's president wins bid to temporarily halt impeachment inquiry over 'Farmgate'Ramaphosa has faced scrutiny following the theft of large sums of cash from his private farm in 2020.5 days ago...
