Algerian fire crews rein in blazes that left dozens dead

Also, Dubai-based Emirates Airlines says it will suspend all flights to Nigeria from September 1 as it can't repatriate $85 million of its money from the country. The problem is rooted in Nigeria's deepening foreign exchange crisis.

Finally, Angola is gearing up for parliamentary elections that will also decide the country’s next president. The top concern for most voters is the economy. The "miracle" long promised by incumbent João Lourenço is yet to materialise, but his party remains the favourite.

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