Liberians await election results as George Weah and Joseph Boakai vie for presidency
Turn-out was reportedly high in Tuesday's tightly contested presidential and parliamentary poll.
1970-01-01 08:00
Liberia elections: Voters head to polls as George Weah faces Joseph Boakai
President George Weah is facing a strong challenge from the opposition in his bid for a second term.
1970-01-01 08:00
Liberia election: George Weah faces demands for war crimes court
The former football star is running for a second term but faces demands for a war crimes court.
1970-01-01 08:00
Dr Denis Mukwege: Nobel Prize-winner to contest DR Congo presidency
Celebrated doctor Denis Mukwege won over the world - now his sights are set on leadership back home.
1970-01-01 08:00
UN-Syria Bab al-Hawa aid delivery deal raises fears
A deal is reached to reopen a vital crossing, but aid groups warn it could be manipulated by Syria.
1970-01-01 08:00
Four soldiers killed in Israeli strike in Damascus, says Syria
Another four soldiers are wounded in the missile attack near the capital Damascus, Syria's state media say.
1970-01-01 08:00
Ukrainian mayor visits Jersey to strengthen ties
The mayor of Mykolaiv told BBC Jersey how Russia launched missiles on his town killing two.
1970-01-01 08:00
The remarkable story of a fiery Indian courtesan
A book chronicles the tumultuous life of Rekhabai, her fight for survival and a better future for her son.
1970-01-01 08:00
Syria cross-border aid lifeline facing closure after UN rift
The Security Council fails to extend deliveries for millions of people in the rebel-held north-west.
1970-01-01 08:00