Burundi Presidential Election 2015: Voter Turnout Low In Capital Bujumbura Amid Gunfire And Explosions
Burundi's capital city of Bujumbura has been the heartland of dissent and violence over President Pierre Nkurunziza's bid for a third term in office.
Mohammod Youssuf Abdulazeez Radicalized in Jordan? Islamic Extremism Rising In Middle Eastern Kingdom
Prior to the Chattanooga shooting, suspect Mohammod Youssuf Abdulazeez spent seven months in Jordan — a place where extremism is on the rise.
Eid Prayer Bombing: Nigerian Muslims Feared Dead After Blast In Yobe State
No one has claimed responsibility for the blast, but it bore the hallmarks of Boko Haram, which has launched countless attacks in the northeastern state.
Nigeria Farmer-Herder Conflict Vs Boko Haram: The $13.7B Problem That's Not Making Headlines
A decadeslong, low-level conflict between Nigerian farmers and herders is costing Nigeria nearly $14 billion in economic development each year.
Nigerian President Lists Boko Haram, Trade, Corruption As Priorities For White House Talks
Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari and his entourage will depart Sunday to meet with U.S. President Barack Obama and other White House officials.
Climate Change In Africa: African Global Warming Role Small But Crucial To Crisis Solution, Experts Say
African nations are some of the lightest polluters in the world, yet environmental scientists say they bear the brunt of climate change.
New Nigeria Political Party Democratic Peoples Congress Is First Since 2015 Elections
The Democratic Peoples Congress is the first political party to be registered in Nigeria since the historic 2015 general elections.
South Sudan Seeks Olympic Status Amid Raging Civil War
Some say gaining Olympic status would help South Sudan boost national pride and bridge the warring sides of a raging civil war.
ESPYs 2015 Red Carpet Arrivals [PHOTOS]: Britney Spears, Kylie Jenner, Hope Solo, Halle Berry And More
Athletes, actors, musicians and models lined up to strut their stuff on the red carpet at the 2015 ESPYs in Los Angeles on Wednesday night.
What Is Eid Al-Fitr? Muslims Mark The End Of Ramadan Fasting [PHOTOS]
Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting, with a new moon and plenty of food.
Kenyan 'Gay' Students Sent Home From School For Alleged Homosexuality
Tensions in Kenya over the debate on homosexuality and LGBT rights have heightened ahead of U.S. President Barack Obama's visit next week.
Obama To Pressure Nigeria On Anti-Gay Law During Buhari's White House Visit
The two presidents will meet at the White House next week, but it appears Boko Haram and Nigeria's economy won't be the only topics for discussion.
Nigerian President Buhari Replaces Top Military Chiefs Amid Boko Haram Violence
Nigeria's new president has taken his time selecting his cabinet, but the former military dictator moved fast to reorganize the army.
Will Kate Middleton Have A Third Baby? Prince William Hints At More Royal Children
Prince William hinted that he and wife Kate Middleton could be expanding their royal brood, not long after the birth of their daughter Princess Charlotte.
Chad Burqa Ban: Islamic Veil Crackdown Announced In Central African Nation
Chadian authorities instituted a ban on the head-to-toe Islamic veil last month following a series of suicide bombings.
Illegal Immigration 2015: Undocumented Immigrants Fight For A Permanent Solution
"Even this temporary protection would be a second-class status in our country," said Christina Chang of the New York Immigration Coalition.
Obama Kenya Visit 2015: Nairobi Gets $500K Makeover Ahead Of US President's Trip
Nairobi County officials have nonetheless insisted that the bustling capital city's beautification was not about U.S. President Barack Obama.
Kenyan Gay Couple Evicted, Told To 'Wait For Your Obama' As Tensions Rise Over US President's Visit
Following the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling that legalized gay marriage nationwide, Kenyans have warned Obama not to bring his "gay agenda" during his visit.
Nigerian President Buhari Approves $2 Billion Bailout For Unpaid Workers
In June, Nigerian lawmakers called for a bailout to cover unpaid government salaries of hundreds of thousands of workers.
Botswana President Khama Vows Media Crackdown Against Critics As African Nation Slips From Democracy
President Ian Khama's comments are yet another sign that Botswana's sterling reputation as a successful African democracy is beginning to rust.
Nigerian Army Frees Boko Haram Suspects After Months Of Detention, Including Nursing Mothers [PHOTOS]
Among the freed Boko Haram suspects were nursing mothers who were arrested while pregnant and delivered their babies in detention.
Buhari's All Progressives Congress Accused Of Blackmailing Deputy Senate President Ike Ekweremadu To Win Seat
Allegations that Nigeria's Deputy Senate President Ike Ekweremadu illegally amended the Senate rules has pitted the nation's two main political parties against each other.
South Sudan Cholera Outbreak 2015: Reported Cases Top 700 In Five Weeks, Young Children Most Vulnerable
The United Nation's children's fund warned that the ongoing cholera outbreak in South Sudan could claim a devastating number of lives if it spreads to war-torn areas.
Suspected Boko Haram Bombing In Kaduna State Kills At Least 25 People, Governor Says
Boko Haram has not claimed responsibility for the attack but it bore the hallmarks of the Islamist militant group, which has killed more than 200 in the past week.
Facebook In Africa: Social Media Network Faces Challenges Reaching Rural Populations, Experts Say
With more than 1 billion people in Africa and just 120 million monthly active users, Facebook has room to grow. But more than half of Africa’s population is currently offline.
Southeast Asia Rohingya Migrant Crisis: Asian Countries Set Up Fund For Muslim, Bangladeshi Refugees
Singapore has already pledged $200,000 to the humanitarian fund, which will help the thousands of Rohingya Muslims and Bangladeshi migrants.
Liberia Ebola Outbreak: Unpaid Workers Protest At Health Ministry As New Cases Emerge
A group of aggrieved health care workers gathered outside Liberia's health ministry on Wednesday demanding to be paid.
Who Is Amina Bala Zakari? Buhari Appoints Nigeria's First Woman Election Chair
Her appointment came after a historic and largely successful election cycle, which was lauded by leaders around the world.
Uganda People's Defense Academic Scandal: Hundreds Of Soldiers Could Be Charged With Forging Documents
As many as 1,500 soldiers could be charged with forging false documents, a military source told a local Ugandan newspaper.
Under Goodluck Jonathan, Nigerian National Petroleum Corp Stole Trillions
It stole nearly half of what it earned in the past three years while under the watch of former President Goodluck Jonathan, officials revealed.
