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Rwanda Genocide Free Speech Ban: Controversy Over 'Genocidal Views' Would Keep Journalists From Interviewing Convicts
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Inside Congo's Rape Crisis
An international trial against a Congolese warlord is shedding new light on how rape is used as a combat strategy in Congo's mineral-rich east. It's also offering new hope for victims.
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Rwanda's Supreme Court dismissed the government’s arguments to throw out a case that seeks to block changing the constitution.
Swedish Citizen Charged With Genocide In Rwanda
This is not the first time Sweden has charged a Rwandan genocide suspect. Many Rwandans fled their country and sought asylum in the Nordic country.
Bosco Ntaganda 'The Terminator' Trial: Congo Warlord Tells ICC Judges He 'Never Attacked Civilians'
Bosco Ntaganda, dubbed "The Terminator," spoke publicly for the first time since surrendering in 2013 and said he never attacked civilians.
Burundian Opposition Member Pontien Barutwanayo Killed At Bar Near Bujumbura, As Political Violence Persists
The killing of Burundian opposition member Pontien Barutwanayo marked the latest in ongoing political violence over President Pierre Nkurunziza's third term in office.
These Men Are Serving Life Sentences In Prison For Selling Pot
President Obama just commuted the sentences of 46 nonviolent drug offenders. Do these prisoners’ punishments fit their crimes?
Burundi Elections Postponed Amid Violent Conflict, Accusations Of Corruption
At least 70 people have been killed during demonstrations, while more than 145,000 have fled the East African country.
South Africa Xenophobia 2015: Last Refugee Camp For Displaced Foreigners To Close
Many of the foreigners still living in the Chatsworth displacement camp were unwilling or unable to return to their home countries or to their South African communities.
Lions Being Returned To Rwanda's Akagera National Park For First Time Since 1994 Genocide
Seven animals are being transferred from South Africa to Rwanda's Akagera National Park.
Rwanda Intelligence Chief Karenzi Karake Refuses Extradition, Granted Conditional Bail Set At $1.57M
In 2008, Spain accused Emmanuel Karenzi Karake of ordering revenge killings of Hutus and the murder of three Spanish aid workers.
Rwandan Intelligence Chief Arrested In Britain On Accusations Of War Crimes, Will Appear In Court Thursday
Spain accused Rwanda's intelligence chief of partaking in reprisal mass murders following the Rwandan genocide.
Ethiopia Elections 2015: Ruling Party Declares Historic 100 Percent Victory In Parliamentary Polls
Human rights groups have condemned the last election cycle and consider the ruling party one of the most repressive regimes in Africa.
United Nations Envoy Said Djinnit Drops Out As Mediator For Burundi Negotiations
Opponents of Burundi's ruling party demanded the envoy step down, accusing him of not focusing on the main cause of the conflict.
US Urges African States To Deliver Message To Burundi On Vote
The U.S. urged east African states to send high-level representatives to Burundi to reiterate their opposition to President Pierre Nkurunziza seeking a third term and to press for free and fair elections.
Analysts Raise Expectations for Economic Growth in Sub-Saharan Africa, Though Commodity Prices Pose Threat For Future
Sub-Saharan African economies are on the rise, but the gains aren’t without risks.
Burundi Crisis: Local Journalists Pushed Underground, Fear For Their Lives After Feruzi Death
Local journalists in Burundi have been forced into hiding after pro-government forces destroyed media outlets and even made personal threats.
Burundi Opposition Leader Zedi Feruzi Killed In Bujumbura Amid Two-Day Truce In Protests Against Nkurunziza
Zedi Feruzi had spoken out against President Pierre Nkurunziza’s decision to stand for a third-term in office.
Amid Ethiopia Elections 2015, Obama's USAID Nominee Gayle Smith Slammed For Supporting Africa's Repressive Regimes
White House adviser Gayle Smith has a long list of credentials, but her nomination to run the USAID and its billion-dollar budget has drawn criticism.
Burundi Delays Parliamentary Elections Amid Fresh Violence
Police deployed tear gas and fired warning shots to dissuade crowds gathered to protest President Pierre Nkurunziza's decision to run for a third term.
Burundi: Kenya Calls For Election Delay After Protests, Attempted Coup
Amid ongoing protests in the capital, Kenya urges Burundi President Nkurunziza to hold off on the June 26 vote.
Burundi Unrest: US Helps To Evacuate Foreigners, President Pierre Nkurunziza Warns Of Islamist Threat
Burundian president, meanwhile, made his first public appearance since last week's coup and warned of a threat posed by Islamist militants.
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