Recent Stories
April 19, 2019
Sudanese Political Cartoonist Seeks Lasting Change with Iconic Images
Political cartoonist Khalid Albaih captures Sudan's upheaval with iconic images designed to appeal to Western media.
April 12, 2019
Sudan's New Military Council Leader Promises Civilian Rule Within 2 Years
Saleh Gosh oversaw his agency's brutal crackdown on demonstrators during the four months of protests that ended President al-Bashir's rule.
April 06, 2019
US Congresswoman Calls on Eritrea to Release American
Ciham Ali Abdu has been detained in Eritrea for more than six years.
April 04, 2019
Detained in Beijing, Facing Death
Nazrawit Abera was arrested for carrying bottles of cocaine her family says weren't hers.
March 29, 2019
Burundi Extends Bans on VOA, BBC, Deepening Media Crackdown
Burundian government has indefinitely blocked VOA and BBC broadcasts, and outlawed journalists from providing information to broadcasters.
March 21, 2019
Ethiopian Survivor Recounts New Zealand Mosque Attacks
Abdulkadir Ababora survived joint attacks that left 50 people dead in New Zealand mosques.
March 13, 2019
Father of Ethiopian Airlines Pilot Mourns Irrepressible Son
Yared Getachew was the youngest captain at Ethiopian Airlines but also an accomplished pilot with more than 10 years of experience.
March 06, 2019
All-female Legal Group Fights for Women, Girls in Sierra Leone
In Sierra Leone, an all-female group of lawyers provides legal protection pro bono for young women and girls at risk.
February 24, 2019
African Women Surmount Obstacles to Redefine Their Countries’ Militaries
African women have long played a vital role in peace and security, but they continue to face harassment and discrimination at all levels of service.
February 22, 2019
In Nigeria, Female Candidates Find Opportunities Amid Shifting Attitudes
Young female candidates like Zainab Sulaiman Umar are using what some perceive as weaknesses to their advantage, connecting with voters in ways men can't.
February 18, 2019
In 1 in 4 Elections, African Voters Face Delays
Nigeria’s postponed election is the latest example of a hallmark of African democracy — election delays that make voters wait weeks, if not years, before they can head to the polls.
February 14, 2019
Trade Project Builds Somaliland’s Economy; Leaders Seek More
A yearlong effort to help Somaliland develop its trade relationship with Ethiopia is wrapping up, but leaders have big plans for the region, which still seeks international recognition of its statehood.
February 13, 2019
Alleged Torture Case Renews Focus on Russian Military Contractors in Central Africa
Russian private military contractors in central Africa benefit in the midst of instability.
February 10, 2019
French Airstrikes in N. Chad Affirm Support for President Déby
Observers question whether French mission is intended to fight terrorism or prop up Deby.
