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Britain investigating possible Nigerian link in London attack

LONDON - Britain is investigating a possible Nigerian link to attackers suspected of hacking a soldier to death in London while shouting Islamic slogans, two sources with knowledge of the investigation told Reuters on condition of anonymity. ... Full story

Sata offers Robert Mugabe food aid, faces revolt at home

HARARE - Zambian president Michael Sata, who has offered grain to Zimbabwe for next to free, faces a revolt at home for adopting measures which could increase hunger. ... Full story

Malawi sells presidential jet

Malawi's presidential jet has been auctioned off to a Virgin Islands company for $15-million after the government disposed of it to raise funds. ... Full story

Obama to travel to Africa in late June

WASHINGTON - President Barack Obama and his wife, Michelle, will travel to Senegal, South Africa and Tanzania in late June and early July to reinforce U.S. ties with countries in sub-Saharan Africa, the White House said on Monday. ... Full story

Mandela sued by his own daughters

Johannesburg - Nelson Mandela’s daughters Makaziwe and Zenani Mandela are suing their father for the rights of his artworks and control of his millions. ... Full story

Can al-Jazeera win hearts and minds in the US?

The pan-Arab news giant is laying the groundwork for the launch of al-Jazeera America after its purchase of Current TV, a struggling US cable channel. ... Full story

Klitschko leads 15 000 protesters demanding release of ex-PM

Ukraine's world boxing champion Vitali Klitschko has led protesters through the streets of Kiev demanding the release of jailed former prime minister. ... Full story

Mandela family fall out as lawyers argue over legacy

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa Nelson Mandela said to be furious with daughters for trying to manipulate trusts to advance their businesses ... Full story

North Korea fires three short-range missiles

SEOUL - North Korea fired three short-range missiles from its east coast on Saturday, South Korea's Defence Ministry said, prompting Western powers to urge Pyongyang to exercise restraint. ... Full story

SA keen on strengthening economic ties with Russia

SOUTH AFRICAN President Jacob Zuma and his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin have met in Sochi, southern Russia. ... Full story

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