Liberia country profile
Provides an overview of Liberia, including key dates and facts about this west African country.
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
New Caledonia profile
Provides an overview of New Caledonia including key facts about this French Pacific Ocean territory.
1970-01-01 08:00
Turkish company Karpowership restores electricity to Guinea-Bissau capital
Turkish firm Karpowership puts the lights back on after the government partially settles a $15m debt.
1970-01-01 08:00
Guinea-Bissau capital without power over unpaid bill to Turkey's Karpowership
Bissau is plunged into darkness because a Turkish company cut supplies over a $15m bill.
1970-01-01 08:00
South Africa floods: At least 11 people die after Western Cape deluge
The authorities say at least 11 people have died as floodwaters submerge parts of the province.
1970-01-01 08:00
Ukraine war: Training to clear the world's most heavily mined country
How British military bomb disposal teams are helping Ukrainian engineers clear Russian minefields.
1970-01-01 08:00
Where Ukraine’s army of amputees go to repair their lives
Orla Guerin visits a hospital and clinic in Ukraine, where 15,000 lost limbs in the first half of 2023.
1970-01-01 08:00
Rwanda's President Paul Kagame confirms fourth-term bid
President Paul Kagame, who has been in office since 2000, has faced criticism from rights groups.
1970-01-01 08:00
Ovidio Guzmán: Drug lord El Chapo's son pleads not guilty
A US court has accused Ovidio Guzmán of drug-trafficking and money-laundering, which he denies.
1970-01-01 08:00
St Kitts and Nevis country profile
Provides an overview of St Kitts and Nevis, including key facts about this Caribbean nation.
1970-01-01 08:00
North Korea's second spy satellite launch fails
It appears the rocket carrying the satellite flew further than during the previous attempt.
1970-01-01 08:00