Africa Breaking News

World Leaders to Speak at Mandela Memorial

Leaders scheduled to deliver eulogies at Johannesburg service include US President Barack Obama, Cuban President Raul Castro, and Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff

Obama Calls for Calm in CAR

In a recorded message, US president addressed 'proud citizens of the Central African Republic,' saying they have power 'to choose a different path'

US Military to Provide Air Transport in CAR Conflict

Pentagon spokesman says US Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel agreed to move after French defense minister Jean-Yves Le Drian asked for airlift assistance

World Leaders Heading to South Africa for Mandela Tribute

French Troops Disarm CAR Rebels after Brief Shootout

Four US Presidents to Attend Mandela Memorial

Four US Presidents to Attend Mandela Memorial

South Africa Honors Mandela with Day of Reflection

French Troops Patrol CAR Capital

Hundreds of soldiers restore relative calm in Bangui following violence that left more than 400 people dead

French Troops Patrol CAR Capital

South Africans Offer Prayers for Madiba

At temples, mosques, synagogues, churches across country, countless prayers were said for the man many South Africans refer to as Tata or father