Uganda, Tanzania Agree To Build Crude Oil Pipeline To Indian Ocean
Uganda, however, has not yet mentioned the fate of the alternative plan for a crude oil pipeline through Kenya.
Peoples Mega Party: Nigeria's Opposition Splinters To Form New Political Faction Led By Goodluck Jonathan Ally
The new group, dubbed the Peoples Mega Party, held its first meeting in the Nigerian capital of Abuja on Tuesday.
Battle For Merca: Al-Shabab Ambushes Somalia Troops In Embattled Port City
Al-Shabab recaptured the southern port city of Merca earlier this month, making it the largest city under the Islamic militant group’s control.
Somalia’s First Independent Trust Fund Offers Hope To Unemployed Youth, Raises Concerns Of Corruption
As a corrupt government lurks in the background, a new, homegrown initiative is promising jobs, education and other opportunities for impoverished Somalis.
World Wildlife Day 2016: 15 Ways To Save Earth’s Animals And Plants [PHOTOS]
Here are 15 easy ways you can help save Earth’s plants and animals on World Wildlife Day or any day.
Kenya's War On Poaching: Police Charged For Allegedly Selling Ivory In Nairobi West
Four Kenyan police officers were arrested in a government-owned vehicle while trying to sell 11 pounds of ivory valued at $5,500.
Nigeria Corruption Scandal: 24,000 Ghost Employees Removed From Government Payroll
An audit ordered by Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari revealed nearly 24,000 employees on the government’s payroll did not exist.
China Sponsors Mandarin Language Classes In Namibia Schools
Several schools within Namibia's central Khomas region will offer classes in Mandarin, sponsored by the Chinese government.
Zimbabwe President Mugabe Celebrates Birthday With $800,000 Party Amid Drought, Food Shortages [PHOTOS]
Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe’s birthday party stood in stark contrast to the thousands of people in the country dealing with food shortages.
One Year After Boris Nemtsov's Death, Thousands March To Commemorate Russian Opposition Leader [PHOTOS]
The prominent Russian opposition leader was walking across a bridge near the Kremlin in Moscow when he was shot to death a year ago.
Super Tuesday 2016: Texas Senator Ted Cruz Must Win Home-State GOP Primary
Recent polls indicate U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas is likely to claim victory in his home-state primary election on Super Tuesday, but Donald Trump is close behind.
War Crimes In Libya? All Sides Guilty Of Killings, Torture, Abuse With ‘Complete Impunity,’ UN Report Says
The damning U.N. report details horrific findings of unlawful killings, torture and other human rights abuses committed by all sides in war-torn Libya.
Boko Haram Bombs Explode Accidentally At Nigeria Police Headquarters [PHOTOS]
The bombs, which had been seized from militant group Boko Haram, detonated accidentally and were not planted, police said.
South Africa Student Protests 2016: North-West University Shuttered Indefinitely After Mahikeng Campus Set Ablaze
The violent protests late Wednesday apparently were triggered by the school’s decision to dissolve a council of student representatives.
Who Will Succeed Uganda’s President? Museveni's Controversial Re-Election Could Mean Political, Economic Instability
It’s technically President Museveni’s last term, as Uganda’s constitution bars anyone over 75 from the presidency.
Nigeria 2016 Budget Scandal: Buhari Vows Punishment For 'Padding' Culprits
Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari said unauthorized revisions had completely changed the 2016 national budget from the document he proposed.
Uganda Elections 2016: Opposition Leader Kizza Besigye Detained Again After Disobeying House Arrest
Uganda’s electoral commission announced that incumbent President Yoweri Museveni won the Feb. 18 presidential election with 60.8 percent of the vote.
Ethiopia Oromia Protests: Hundreds Killed, Thousands Arrested In 'Brutal Crackdown,' Human Rights Watch Says
In a damning report released Monday, activists claim hundreds of people have been killed and thousands arrested since protests began in Ethiopia's Oromia region.
Niger Elections 2016 Live Updates: Results Delayed As Voting’s Extended For Presidential And Parliamentary Posts
With more than 65 percent of the poll results released Thursday, a run-off vote seems possible.
South African President Zuma To Visit Iran With Eyes On Tehran’s Oil
President Jacob Zuma, who will visit Tehran on Sunday and Monday, is planning to build an oil refinery that will use Iranian crude.
George Washington Quotes: 20 Inspirational Sayings To Celebrate The President’s 284th Birthday
In celebration of George Washington's 284th birthday, here is a selection of some of the most inspirational quotes from the first U.S. president.
Niger Presidential Election 2016: Guide To Candidates, Key Issues, Rules And Results
Tensions are rising amid a failed military coup, a slew of contentious arrests and one presidential challenger running his campaign from behind bars.
Nigerian Troops Rescue 195 Boko Haram Hostages, Ambush Terrorists Near Sambisa Forest: Army Spokesman
Nigerian army spokesman Col. Sani Usman said troops ambushed Boko Haram militants Wednesday night as they emerged from their hideouts in Sambisa forest.
Uganda Elections 2016 Live Updates: Chaos, Frustration Erupts During Presidential And Parliamentary Polls
Uganda's main opposition candidate and presidential challenger Kizza Besigye has been released from police custody hours after his arrest.
Uganda Elections 2016 Social Media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, WhatsApp Blocked During Voting
The Uganda Communications Commission said it had temporarily blocked social media, including Facebook and Twitter, citing security concerns.
Uganda Election 2016: Violence, Crime Threatens Businesses, Communities Amid Presidential Vote
As a controversial election gets underway Thursday, some businesses have relocated their operations or temporarily closed up shop out of fear.
Amid Al-Shabab Attacks, Kenya To Build Prison For 'Violent, Extremist Offenders' To Curb Islamic Radicalism
Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta announced plans for the special correctional facility as a way to stop prisoners from spreading their radical ideologies.
Uganda Presidential Election 2016: Guide To Candidates, Key Issues, Rules And Results
Uganda President Yoweri Museveni is expected to win a fifth five-year term Thursday, but support for the opposition has been growing.
Nigeria's Naira Currency Falls To Record-Lows Against Dollar Amid Foreign Exchange Scarcity
There is currently a strong demand for dollars and foreign exchange from importers amid diminishing liquidity as the global price of oil, Nigeria’s top source of revenue, plummet to all-time lows.
Valentine’s Day Recipes For Two: 8 Romantic Dinner Ideas And Wine Pairings For The Holiday Of Love
Nothing says, “I love you,” like sharing a home-cooked meal and a bottle of wine on Valentine’s Day.