Pope's Visit To Be Costly For Impoverished African Nations
The pontiff will begin his first visit to Africa this week, stopping in Kenya, Uganda and the Central African Republic. But hosting the Holy See won't be cheap.
Pope Francis To Ride In Open Popemobile In Africa
Despite security concerns, Pope Francis will not wear a bulletproof vest nor travel in an armored popemobile during his six-day, three-nation tour of Africa.
Pope Francis' Full Schedule For Africa Visit
Here is the full schedule for Pope Francis' visit to Africa, including his masses, meetings, speeches, events and everywhere the pontiff will go in Kenya, Uganda and Central African Republic.
Facebook Taps Nigeria For Safety Check
"Please don't let a small minority of extremists make you pessimistic about our future," Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg wrote in a post on his Facebook page.
US Offering $27M Bounty For Somali Al-Shabab Leaders
The State Department is seeking information on the whereabouts of six key leaders of a Somalia-based terrorist organization that has killed thousands of people in the Horn of Africa.
Uganda's Muslims Ready To Welcome Pope Francis
As the pontiff continues to reach out to Muslim leaders around the world, a delegation is set to meet with him during his visit to the African nation.
Meet Tanzania's New President
President John Magufuli is a 56-year-old former chemistry teacher and minister of works.
Pope Francis Trip To Central African Republic Threatened
Pope Francis is expected to visit a mosque in one of the most dangerous neighborhoods in its capital, where religious violence between Christians and Muslims persists.
'Africa’s Needs And India’s Strengths'
The third India-Africa Forum Summit kicked off in New Delhi Monday, as Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi sought to highlight the nation's “strong emotional link” with Africa.
Vatican Denies Report On Pope Francis' Brain Tumor
On Wednesday, an Italian newspaper reported that Pope Francis was diagnosed with a brain tumor, which could be cured without a surgery.
Pope Francis Heading To Uganda
Pope Francis plans to meet with Catholic leaders and HIV-positive people in Uganda.
Nobel Winner Argued Against Foreign Aid
Angus Deaton, who was awarded the Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences Monday, has said that foreign assistance "does more harm than good."
U.S. Partners With Muslim Rebels To Find African Warlord
President Barack Obama has to decide soon whether to continue the hunt for warlord Joseph Kony.
Death Toll In South Sudan Fuels Truck Blast Reaches 182
The blast occurred on Wednesday as crowds gathered around the tanker to gather fuel after it had veered off the road.
Putin's 7-Year Spying Campaign
A sophisticated hacking group believed to be working for the Russian Federation has been attacking Western government institutions for years, a report says.
EU Rewards Uganda With $24.5M
Uganda has made significant progress in reducing poverty, raising average income and attaining its Millennium Development Goals agenda.
Ugandan Muslims Can't Get Visas For Hajj Pilgrimage
Thousands of African pilgrims have already arrived in the holy city of Mecca for the hajj, one of the world’s largest gatherings and a mandatory religious duty.
Congolese Warlord Defends Himself In War Crimes Trial
Bosco Ntaganda, dubbed "The Terminator," spoke publicly for the first time since surrendering in 2013 and said he never attacked civilians.
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Israel Slams Palestinians' Push To Fly Their Flag At UN
While the 193-nation assembly overwhelmingly approved the de facto recognition of the sovereign state of Palestine in 2012, a Palestinian attempt to secure full U.N. membership failed.
South Sudan President Signs Peace Deal Despite Concerns
President Salva Kiir last week asked for more time for consultations, drawing threats of U.N. sanctions if he failed to ink it within a two-week deadline.
Reports Of Uganda Sugar Trade Deal Are False: Kenya
Kenya banned Ugandan sugar imports in 2012.
'My Husband Was Trying To Kill Me'
Prior to Uganda's Supreme Court ruling, running away or divorcing her abusive husband was not an option for Florence Abbo because her parents could not afford to refund the bride price.
2 Dead After Boat Capsizes In Lake Victoria
Lake Victoria is Africa’s largest lake and its waters spread across Uganda, Tanzania and Kenya.
Ex-Prime Minister Enters Uganda's Presidential Race
Even as opposition against Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni grows, the longtime leader is widely expected to extend his nearly 30-year-rule.
In Ethiopia, Obama To Focus On South Sudan
U.S. President Barack Obama may press for South Sudan peace talks, but no breakthrough is expected, a senior administration official says.
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