Africa’s smartphone future
Cell phone manufacturers like Nokia and Samsung are targeting Africa as the next big smartphone market, and the…
Facebook pal kidnaps vacationer
In Senegal, an Australian man is held for six weeks while his bank account is pilfered.
Shell accused of making false claims on Niger Delta oil spill
An Amnesty International report issued Wednesday blasts Shell Oil Co. for its handling of the hundreds of oil…
Mali Islamists admit journalist killings
A group linked to al Qaeda allegedly claimed responsibility for the killing of two French journalists in northern…
Congressman: Benghazi questions need answers
California congressman raises questions for Benghazi hearing a week before Congress is expected to finally hear from CIA…
Libyan lawmakers, top officials discuss Benghazi violence
Libyan lawmakers summoned top government and security officials to appear before the General National Congress on Monday to…
Egyptian court upholds ban on Muslim Brotherhood activities
An Egyptian court has upheld a ban on the activities of the Muslim Brotherhood, the official news agency…
Peace for Congo? Not so fast
Congo's M23 militia has announced it will disarm, but the country's conflict is far from over.
Rebel group to disarm in DR Congo
A rebel group that has fought against the government in the Democratic Republic of Congo for nearly two…
Defendants’ chanting halts Morsy trial
The judge in the trial of deposed Egyptian President Mohamed Morsy was interrupted by Morsy and his co-defendants…
Crime hotspot’s dramatic rebirth
In downtown Johannesburg -- once a no-go zone riddled with crime -- a young entrepreneur is sparking an…
Legendary South African photographer’s remarkable career
CNN's Robyn Curnow meets David Goldblatt who reveals the story behind some of his most celebrated photographs.
Apartheid in black and white
South African photographer David Goldblatt on capturing the country's darkest hours in black and white.
Egypt: We want our tourists back
Ian Lee explores how Nile Valley and Red Sea resorts are fighting for tourist dollars. Business has suffered…
Kenya’s outrage over rape case
Protesters demand justice for a Kenyan teen who was allegedly gang raped, and the suspects ordered to cut…