Ethiopia Gears Up For A New Power Trip: Geothermal Energy
In Ethiopia, only about 20 percent of the population has access to electricity but a new project could change that.
Where Valentine’s Day Is Banned, Lovers Defy The Law
Brave couples still celebrate in countries, such as Iran and Saudi Arabia, that have outlawed the holiday.
Kenya Seeks Progress, Dreads Violence As Presidential Election Nears
Kenya will elect a new president on March 4, but fears of ethnic divisions and bloody clashes loom large.
Politics And The Pope: Behind The Troubled Resignation Of Benedict XVI
Pope Benedict XVI announced his retirement on Monday, a surprise move that hints at trouble in the Vatican.
Family Of Nelson Mandela To Debut On American Reality Television
The grandchildren and ex-wife of the legendary South African leader Nelson Mandela will star on an American reality TV show.
The Last Frontier For Polio: Militants Fighting Medicine In Nigeria
The end of polio could be close at hand -- unless militants like the ones in Nigeria continue to derail efforts.
As China Imports Timber Illegally, Mozambique Pays The Price
Illegal exchanges of Mozambique timber to China threaten to hamper development in the former, one of the poorest countries on Earth.
Ancient Rome In Libya: A Suppressed History Resurfaces After Revolution [PHOTOS]
In Libya, ruins from the ancient empires of Greece and Rome have been hidden in plain sight for decades.
In Niger, New Disputes Over French Uranium Extraction
France has been mining Niger's uranium for many years, and now the poverty-stricken West African country is demanding a fairer share.
Gambian President Lets Public Workers Take Friday Off … Forever!
Yahya Jammeh, president of Gambia, has decreed that public sector workers can skip Fridays and take three-day weekends, indefinitely.
Mission Accomplished For France, Future Uncertain For Mali
As France's president visits Mali's officials, questions remain about what will happen after French troops return home.
The Ancient Manuscripts Of Timbuktu, Mali, May Be Safe After All
Mali Islamist insurgents set fire to ancient manuscripts in Timbuktu, but astute civilians may have already spirited away valuables.
Three To Tango? Uruguay Cuts In On Falkland Islands Dispute Between Argentina And UK
As if Argentina and the United Kingdom weren't enough, now Uruguay has staked its own claim of ownership of the Falkland Islands.
Al-Qaeda: Regional Menace Or Global Threat?
Al-Qaeda is re-emerging as a formidable fighting force in Mali and other unstable countries. But is the threat of terrorism contained?
WikiLeaks Founder Julian Assange To Run For Australian Senate, But Could He Actually Win?
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange is running for the Australian Senate this year, despite being cooped up in an Ecuadorean Embassy in London.
South African Helicopter Donations Stalled, But Zimbabwe Can Violate Human Rights Without Them
Activists have prevented the donation of helicopters from South Africa to Zimbabwe, but a violent election is still possible.
Facing Continental Threats, African Union Summit Fails To Deliver Answers
The 20th summit of the African Union came to a close in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia with most problems unresolved.
Women In Combat: Now It's Official, But They Were Already Fighting
The Pentagon has decided women are now officially allowed to serve combat roles in the U.S. military. But they've already spent years in the line of fire.
Understanding Mali: A Primer For A Complex Counterinsurgency
Here's a "who's who" to understanding the people, places and issues surrounding the Islamist counterinsurgency in Mali.
Terrorist Threat On French Soil Rises After Mali Intervention
France is facing a new domestic security threat as jihadists in Mali threaten a terrorist retaliation.
Mali’s Refugee Problem Intensifies Amid Counterinsurgency Push
Hundreds of thousands of people have been displaced by the conflict in Mali, and it's only getting worse.
Western Powers Rally Behind French Intervention In Mali
Logistical support from the U.S., UK and other Western powers is beefing up French capabilities in Mali.
In Eritrea, Whispers Of A Quiet Protest Challenge Years Of Suppression
A mutiny in Asmara has raised new questions about the nature of dissent in Eritrea.
No Easy Fix: France Gears Up For A Long War In Mali
France has been unclear about its timeline for the intervention, but it will need a while to accomplish its ambitious goals.
Pure White Ivory For Asia Spurs Dirty, Dangerous Business In Africa
High demand for ivory in Asia has spurred an increase in elephant poaching in Africa, endangering vulnerable communities.
World Future Energy Summit, WFES: Oil And Renewable Energy - Exxon And Masdar City - Meet In The United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates seems to lead the world in terms of renewable energy research -- so why all the oil rigs?
Going It Alone: Why Algeria Is Clinging To Sovereignty In The Battle Against Jihadists
Algerian forces have responded to a hostage crisis with fierce independence, and their motives for doing so are murky.
World Future Energy Summit Kicks Off In Abu Dhabi
The sixth annual World Future Energy Summit kicked off in Abu Dhabi. Featured speakers include French president Francois Hollande.
French Boots On The Ground For Direct Combat With Islamists In Mali
French troops are gearing up for on-the-ground combat in Mali, where an Islamist insurgency threatens global security.
Mali’s Other Crisis: Slavery Still Plagues Mali, And Insurgency Could Make It Worse
Slavery still exists in Mali, and the current insurgency crisis has put the problem on hold.
