Islamic State in Nigeria ‘beheads Christian hostages’
Craig TaylorThe killings are said to have been revenge for the death of the Islamic State group leader in Syria. BBC News – Africa
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British troops move black rhinos to Malawi
The animals were moved from a South Africa park in the hope they would be protected from poachers. BBC News – Africa
Burkina Faso: Many women killed in jihadist attack
Burkina Faso has declared two days of national mourning after Tuesday’s attack on a base and town. BBC News – Africa
Algeria’s powerful military chief Ahmed Gaid Salah dies
Ahmed Gaid Salah emerged as de facto leader after telling veteran leader Abdelaziz Bouteflika to resign. BBC News – Africa
Mali conflict: Macron says 33 ‘terrorists’ killed by French troops
French President Emmanuel Macron announces details of the operation during a visit to Ivory Coast. BBC News – Africa
South Africa initiation schools suspended after circumcision deaths
More than 20 South African boys have died during highly secretive coming of age rituals in recent weeks. BBC News – Africa