Africa

Will Zambia Husk Its Corn Meal Subsidies?
May 09 2013 5:23 AM

President Michael Sata's government could slash subsidies to corn millers as it cuts back on the expenses.
The Worst Industrial Accidents In History [TIMELINE]
May 08 2013 1:54 PM

The Bangladesh factory collapse that killed 800 is just the latest. Click through for a history of the world's worst industrial accidents.
Surprise! Africa’s Fastest-Growing Foreign Direct Investor Is Now... Africa
May 08 2013 6:16 AM

Foreign direct investment in Africa is ramping up, but forget China and the West. This growth is intra-continental.
Emotional Couples And Montgomerie Enter Hall Of Fame
May 07 2013 12:48 PM

Fred Couples and Colin Montgomerie highlighted the Class of 2013 on Monday in Florida.
A Continent Ready For Takeoff, But Only If African Airlines Get Fixed
May 04 2013 9:21 AM

Economic growth is on the upswing in Africa, but it will only continue if the drivers of commerce can take flight.
Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean Official Firmware List For Samsung Galaxy S4 (GT-I9500)
May 04 2013 1:33 AM

Here's a tutorial for installing Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean firmware updates, region by region, for the Samsung Galaxy S4.
Airlines' Profits Set To Take Flight This Summer
May 03 2013 12:42 PM

The key to maintaining the expected summer bump in profitability may turn on the industry's ability to avoid overcapacity.
Platinum In Deficit For First Time Since 2004
May 02 2013 11:19 AM

South African mining strikes plus rising demand put white metals into deficit last year, according to GFMS.
Presidential Perks, Restricted Airspace In South Africa
May 02 2013 10:10 AM

The Guptas have long been allied with Zuma and the ruling African National Congress party and are one of the richest families in South Africa.
Gold Mine Collapse Kills More Than 60 In Sudan's Darfur Region
May 02 2013 8:14 AM

Rescuers are reportedly using traditional tools to try to reach victims, but they're unsure whether there are more people trapped.
Rhinos Poached To Extinction In Mozambique Park
May 01 2013 12:38 PM

Across Africa, rhinos have been slaughtered by hunters who sell their horns to black markets in east Asia, primarily China and Vietnam.
New Video Shows Nelson Mandela’s Frailty, Outrages South Africans
April 30 2013 11:14 AM

Nelson Mandela looks frail in a new video posted by SABC, and some South Africans have directed their outrage at President Zuma.
Did Nigeria Just Purchase A Shady New Israeli Intelligence Technology System?
April 29 2013 1:24 PM

The system from Israeli firm Elbit could help fight terrorism and cybercrime. Or it could spy on ordinary citizens.
Would You Go To A Soccer Tournament In Darfur, Sudan?
April 29 2013 12:25 PM

Cecafa officials claim they are “encouraged” by the progress in the Darfur region.
Pirates Attack Two Ships Off Nigeria
April 29 2013 10:41 AM

Nine crew members were kidnapped from two different ships in two separate pirate attacks off the coast of Nigeria last week.
Israel Strikes Gaza Strip After Rocket Fire
April 28 2013 11:26 AM

The IAF launched three strikes Sunday, targeting positions of the Islamic Jihad.
Tanzania's Cashew Nut Farmers Riot Over Poor Prices
April 25 2013 10:03 AM

Cashew nuts are one of Tanzania’s principal cash crops.
Sochi 2014: Ohno Retires From Speed Skating
April 24 2013 5:13 PM

"I'll be in Sochi but I definitely won't be trying out. I'll be with NBC," he said.
Huge Fossilized Egg Sells For $101,813 At Auction
April 24 2013 3:32 PM

A huge fossilized bird elephant egg was sold at a Christie's auction in London for $101,813, beating initial estimates.
Chinese In Ghana Resented Over Illegal Mines
April 24 2013 11:31 AM

The Chinese have left a footprint all over Africa -- with mixed results and reactions from the African people themselves.

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