Africa

Stubborn battle for Tripoli and a divided Europe keep stalemate in Libya

While the leader of the UN-backed government, Fayez al Sarraj, has failed to rally support from the EU states, Europe’s divided stance on Khalifa Haftar's military operation hinders any attempt to stop the ongoing war in Libya.

Libya's besieged capital gets water back after two days

The United Nations earlier said the water blockage was a possible war crime as the internationally-recognised government blamed the closure on forces loyal to Khalifa Haftar, who has been trying to capture Tripoli.

Once again, negotiations between protesters and Sudan’s military fail

While military rulers who played crucial roles in the Bashir regime try to dominate the new era, opposition members are striving to build a fully democratic Sudan.

Jobs, corruption top issues as Malawi votes for president

The need to protect people with albinism has also emerged as a hot election topic in this southern African country.

Algeria army chief urges protesters to accept July poll

Protest leaders say the North African country's existing institutions — and personalities — are too tarnished by corruption to guarantee a legitimate vote, but the military has insisted the election go ahead as required by the constitution.

Algeria's protests are leaderless, and the military is counting on it

With elections set to take place on July 4, the country risks an institutional vacuum as interim leader Bensalah steps down. Why are protestors really opposed to the set election dates and how does Algeria's military benefit?

Zuma’s lawyers push for South Africa graft trial to be dropped

Zuma, who was forced to resign by the ruling ANC party last year, has been charged with 16 counts of fraud, racketeering and money laundering relating to the weapons deal dating back to before he took office in 2009.

Cabinda- a little known oil-rich region- seeks independence from Angola

The small province is responsible for 60 percent of oil production in the country but locals say they do not benefit from its revenues.

Ugandan farmers tap into growing demand for bee venom

It's enough motivation for 10 beekeepers in Fort Portal to increase their investments, employing around 50 young people to collect the venom.

Blast hits Egypt tourist bus, wounds at least 17

Officials say South Africans and Egyptians are among those injured when an explosive device went off, hitting the bus in Giza.

Sudan's military council resumes talks with protesters

The deputy head of the military council, Gen. Mohammed Hamdan Dagalo, meanwhile said late Saturday that security forces have arrested those behind an attack on the protesters last week that killed at least five people, including an army officer.

Schwarzenegger kicked in the back at global sports event

Schwarzenegger, 71, was chatting with fans at the Arnold Classic Africa, an event showcasing bodybuilding and other sports, in Johannesburg when he was kicked from behind.