Protests after Kenya election verdict
Supporters of runner-up Raila Odinga protest court decision that upheld Uhuru Kenyatta’s victory in presidential polls. Read full story on author website »
Supporters of runner-up Raila Odinga protest court decision that upheld Uhuru Kenyatta’s victory in presidential polls. Read full story on author website »
Five air force members killed in crash of helicopter patrolling as part of anti-rhino poaching operation. Read full story on author website »
Security tightened after Christian villagers in Plateau state accuse ethnic Fulani Muslims of burning their homes. Read full story on author website »
Unanimous decision reached to declare March 4 presidential poll free, fair and credible, dismissing fraud allegations. Read full story on author website »
President’s office says anti-apartheid icon breathing without problems and continues to respond to treatment. Read full story on author website »
The Supreme Court will come out with a decision either confirming the victory of Uhuru Kenyatta or force another vote. Read full story on author website »
Central African Republic’s leader, Michel Djotodia, who took power through a coup, says he will review resource deals. Read full story on author website »
British nationals in Gaza-bound convoy s*xually assaulted by armed group in eastern city of Benghazi, their father says. Read full story on author website »
Red Cross says 78 bodies, possibly victims of Seleka rebel coalition who seized Bangui last week, taken to morgues. Read full story on author website »
President’s office says 94-year-old anti-apartheid icon making steady progress after spending second night in hospital. Read full story on author website »
Security Council unanimously approves first-ever “offensive” brigade to battle rebel groups in DR Congo. Read full story on author website »
Former South African president being treated for lung infection is recovering, president’s office says. Read full story on author website »
Two bail conditions set aside for Paralympian who was arrested on Febraury 14 following shooting death of girlfriend. Read full story on author website »
Leaders of emerging powers agree in principle on joint infrastructure fund, but say more talks needed to complete plan. Read full story on author website »
Human Rights Watch accuses security forces and armed groups of raping and beating displaced people in war-torn country. Read full story on author website »
Secretary-General calls for conversion of African force into a UN peacekeeping operation independent of combat forces. Read full story on author website »
Thousands mark opening of five-day anti-globalisation event which is taking place in an Arab country for the first time. Read full story on author website »
Henry Okah sentenced to 24 years in jail after being found guilty of 13 terrorism charges. Read full story on author website »
Leaders of world’s emerging economies gather in South Africa to flesh out proposal to challenge World Bank domination. Read full story on author website »
Bosco Ntaganda will make his first appearance since surrendering to face charges of murder and using child soldiers. Read full story on author website »
Coup leader Michel Djotodia pledges to dissolve parliament, as President Francois Bozize seeks refuge in Cameroon. Read full story on author website »
Supreme Court orders counting of ballots in presidential election in 22 out of 291 constituencies, amid claims of fraud. Read full story on author website »
Travel bans and asset freezes on 81 officials and eight firms suspended, but President Mugabe remains on sanctions list. Read full story on author website »
Beatrice Mtetwa freed on $500 bail after a week in prison on case that has renewed criticism of President Robert Mugabe. Read full story on author website »
Arms ranging from handguns to anti-aircraft missiles have flooded the streets and across the border. Read full story on author website »
Xi Jinping begins three-nation tour emphasising Beijing’s growing presence and influence in African continent. Read full story on author website »
Rebel leaders say they have captured palace in Bangui, and that president Francois Bozize was not inside. Read full story on author website »
At least 25 people killed following assault by gunmen on a prison, a police station, bank and bar in Ganye, police say. Read full story on author website »
Paris also calls for emergency UN Security Council meeting after rebels attacked Central African Republic’s Bangui. Read full story on author website »
Critics say detention of Beatrice Mtetwa, who is due to reappear in court on Monday, is politically motivated. Read full story on author website »