Why South Africa regrets its post-apartheid liberal asylum laws
Tough proposals will have far-reaching consequences for foreign nationals who seek refuge in the country.
1970-01-01 08:00
UniCredit CEO Orcel's 'bank of Europe' ambition tough to realise
By Valentina Za MILAN UniCredit Chief Executive Andrea Orcel struck a defiant tone when his bank recently topped
1970-01-01 08:00
Liberia presidential election: George Weah and Joseph Boakai vie for top job
Just 7,100 votes separated incumbent George Weah and challenger Joseph Boakai in the first round.
1970-01-01 08:00
Kenyans get tree-planting holiday to plant 100 million seedlings
The holiday has been set aside to allow all Kenyans to participate, the environment minister says.
1970-01-01 08:00
Julius Malema: Why the South African politician touched a nerve in Kenya
Julius Malema had candid views on Kenya's president but also poses a challenge to the opposition.
1970-01-01 08:00
Ugandan army officers sacked for cowardice in attack on Somalia's Bulo Marer Atmis base
More than 50 soldiers were killed in the attack by al-Shabab fighters in May.
1970-01-01 08:00
Imo state won by Nigeria's APC, election results expected in Bayelsa and Kogi
Saturday's elections in three states were marred by reports of low turnout, violence and rigging.
1970-01-01 08:00
Afghanistan's first female orchestra 'inspiring'
Sisters follows musician Dan Blackwell who travels Kabul to meet the Zohra orchestra.
1970-01-01 08:00
Amoako Boafo - the Ghanaian artist who has exhibited in space
The rags to riches story of Amoako Boafo, whose portraits of black subjects now command mega prices.
1970-01-01 08:00
Translators for German UN troops in Mali fear Taliban-style fate
Interpreters for German soldiers say they will be the target of jihadists after the UN soon leaves.
1970-01-01 08:00
Komfo Anokye kola tree: Ghana outrage after 300-year-old tree felled
The famous tree dates back to 17th Century Ghana and was reportedly planted by a renowned priest.
1970-01-01 08:00
Sudan conflict: Thousands flee fresh ethnic killings in Darfur
Witnesses accused the paramilitary group Rapid Support Forces (RSF) of targeting and killing non-Arabs.
1970-01-01 08:00