Africa Breaking News

S. Sudan Peace Talks Stall Over Fate of Jailed Rebels

Regional Bloc to Discuss Central African Republic Crisis

Regional Bloc to Discuss CAR Crisis

African leaders to convene Thursday for summit on Central African Republic, where fighting since December has left more than 1,000 people dead

South Sudan Cease-Fire May Hinge on Release of Detainees

Rebels have signaled they are unlikely to sign proposed cease-fire agreement unless government frees 11 pro-rebel officials detained soon after fighting began last month

South Sudan Government Ready to Sign Cease-Fire 'Soon'

Rebels did not specify that pro-rebel officials held by government must be released as part of deal, but said their detention remains an obstacle

South Sudan Gov't, Rebels Consider Cease-Fire

30 Reported Dead in Attack on Nigerian Village

Attackers stormed village in Riyom area of Plateau state, opening fire on residents and burning homes to ground

South Sudan Gov't, Rebels Consider Cease-Fire

South Sudan, Rebels Consider Cease-fire

Regional mediators present draft of cessation of hostilities agreement as talks in Ethiopia continue amid ongoing violence

South Sudanese Warring Parties Set for Direct Talks

Bashir Says No Support for Rebels in South Sudan