Africa Breaking News

Young Women Work to Break into Senegalese Hip-Hop

Wise musical heads in the music capital of Senegal advise women to be who they are if they want to succeed in hip-hop

Women on the Rise in African Politics

Women have reached the presidential heights in Liberia, Malawi and Central African Republic, three countries that needed someone to rescue them from the political, economic and civil crises of men.

Hundreds Feared Dead in New Nigerian Militant Attack

South Africans Vote in Nationwide Elections

Hundreds Feared Dead in New Nigerian Militant Attack

Hundreds Feared Dead in New Nigerian Militant Attack

Local officials say suspected Boko Haram fighters stormed town of Gamboru Ngala late Monday, setting fire to shops and houses, shooting residents trying to escape

Nigerian Police Offer Reward for Missing Schoolgirls

Polls Close in South African Elections

ANC expected to win more than 60 percent of popular vote, which would give President Zuma a second five-year term

Residents: Boko Haram Kidnaps 8 More Girls

Residents: Boko Haram Kidnaps 8 More Girls

US to Aid Nigeria in Search for Missing Girls

US Imposes Sanctions on Military, Rebel Leader in S. Sudan

Announcement comes as top EU official says bloc is also considering sanctions against Juba