Morocco earthquake: What we know
A look at what is known about the quake that has claimed the lives of more than 800 people.
1970-01-01 08:00
Morocco earthquake: Such magnitude usual for country
There has been nothing bigger than a magnitude 6.0 in the affected area for more than one century.
1970-01-01 08:00
Morocco earthquake: K9 Search and Rescue prepare to help
A County Down rescue team says it's "ready to go at a moment's notice" following a huge earthquake in Morocco.
1970-01-01 08:00
DR Congo's deadly anti-UN protest: Soldiers go on trial in Goma
More than 40 people were killed after troops opened fire on protesters in Goma last week.
1970-01-01 08:00
Gabon coup leader Brice Nguema being sworn in as president
General Brice Nguema, who toppled long-time leader Ali Bongo, officially becomes Gabon's interim leader.
1970-01-01 08:00
Johannesburg fire: 'Others jumped too, but they didn't make it'
One survivor tells of his escape, another says she was powerless with her children trapped inside.
1970-01-01 08:00
Uganda's anti-LGBT laws: Man faces death penalty for 'aggravated homosexuality'
He is charged with "aggravated homosexuality" under tough new anti-LGBTQ legislation enacted in May.
1970-01-01 08:00
Niger coup: France defies ultimatum for ambassador to leave Niamey
France's president praises the diplomat for staying put despite being told to go by Niger's junta.
1970-01-01 08:00
Nigeria's ex-oil minister Diezani Alison-Madueke charged with bribery in the UK
Diezani Alison-Madueke is alleged to have accepted financial rewards for awarding oil contracts.
1970-01-01 08:00
Sara Sharif murder inquiry: Father of dead girl, 10, sought by police
Sara Sharif, 10, was found dead at a house in Woking, leading to an international manhunt.
1970-01-01 08:00
Ethiopia's Tigray crisis: Deaths from starvation after aid halted - official
The region estimates at least 1,400 have died since a food corruption scam was uncovered in April.
1970-01-01 08:00
Libya militias battle in Tripoli after commander's arrest
Fierce clashes kill 55 people as many families are left trapped in their homes in Tripoli.
1970-01-01 08:00