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 »
March 31, 2013
Fatal military helicopter crash in S Africa
Five air force members killed in crash of helicopter patrolling as part of anti-rhino poaching operation. Read full story on author website »
March 30, 2013
Scores killed in Nigeria religious violence
Security tightened after Christian villagers in Plateau state accuse ethnic Fulani Muslims of burning their homes. Read full story on author website »
Kenya court upholds Kenyatta poll win
Unanimous decision reached to declare March 4 presidential poll free, fair and credible, dismissing fraud allegations. Read full story on author website »
Nelson Mandela in ‘comfortable’ condition
President’s office says anti-apartheid icon breathing without problems and continues to respond to treatment. Read full story on author website »
Kenya court to rule on disputed election win
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 »
CAR rebel leader to review mining deals
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 »
March 29, 2013
UK women ‘brutally raped’ in Libya
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 »
Bodies found in Central African capital
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 »
South Africa says Mandela ‘in good spirits’
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 »
March 28, 2013
UN approves DR Congo peacekeeping brigade
Security Council unanimously approves first-ever “offensive” brigade to battle rebel groups in DR Congo. Read full story on author website »
Mandela ‘responding positively’ to treatment
Former South African president being treated for lung infection is recovering, president’s office says. Read full story on author website »
SA court lifts Pistorius travel restrictions
Two bail conditions set aside for Paralympian who was arrested on Febraury 14 following shooting death of girlfriend. Read full story on author website »
March 27, 2013
BRICS nations fail to launch new bank
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 »
Rights group criticises Somalia over rapes
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 »
Ban proposes Mali peacekeeping force
Secretary-General calls for conversion of African force into a UN peacekeeping operation independent of combat forces. Read full story on author website »
March 26, 2013
World Social Forum opens in Tunisian capital
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 »
S Africa court jails Nigerian over bombings
Henry Okah sentenced to 24 years in jail after being found guilty of 13 terrorism charges. Read full story on author website »
BRICS wrangle over new development bank
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 »
Rwandan warlord to appear at ICC
Bosco Ntaganda will make his first appearance since surrendering to face charges of murder and using child soldiers. Read full story on author website »
CAR rebel chief ‘suspends constitution’
Coup leader Michel Djotodia pledges to dissolve parliament, as President Francois Bozize seeks refuge in Cameroon. Read full story on author website »
March 25, 2013
Partial recount ordered in Kenyan poll
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 »
EU eases Zimbabwe sanctions after referendum
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 »
Zimbabwe court releases rights lawyer on bail
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 »
Libya emerges as global weapons bazaar
Arms ranging from handguns to anti-aircraft missiles have flooded the streets and across the border. Read full story on author website »
March 24, 2013
Chinese president arrives in Tanzania
Xi Jinping begins three-nation tour emphasising Beijing’s growing presence and influence in African continent. Read full story on author website »
CAR rebels ‘seize’ presidential palace
Rebel leaders say they have captured palace in Bangui, and that president Francois Bozize was not inside. Read full story on author website »
Nigerian town hit by deadly attacks
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 »
March 23, 2013
French troops secure CAR capital airport
Paris also calls for emergency UN Security Council meeting after rebels attacked Central African Republic’s Bangui. Read full story on author website »
Zimbabweans urge rights lawyer’s release
Critics say detention of Beatrice Mtetwa, who is due to reappear in court on Monday, is politically motivated. Read full story on author website »
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