Africa

Africa August 18

Rwanda genocide: Felicien Kabuga to face crimes against humanity charges

Businessman turned international fugitive Félicien Kabuga -- a suspected major financier of the horrifying Rwandan Genocide -- will stand trial in September.

LIFESTYLE August 2

Vanilla is anything but ordinary: Here are 5 unexpected products that contain this spice

Vanilla is a euphemism for plain, bland or ordinary. But vanilla is one of the world's most exotic spices, along with one of the most expensive and most coveted food commodities.

South Africa July 10

At least 19 dead in pair of mass shootings in South Africa, police confirm

Two mass shootings in South Africa left at least 19 people killed and an unknown number of people injured late Saturday. Police say the shooters were "firing randomly."

Africa May 26

11 newborns killed in Senegal hospital fire: Report

Senegalese families mourn the loss of 11 babies after a fire broke out in the neonatal ward of the Mame Abdou Aziz Sy Dabakh hospital in Tivaouane, Senegal.

Africa December 29

Ugandan author who called leader's son 'obese' detained by government: 'Men with guns are breaking my door'

Ugandan author Kakwenza Rukirabashaija has been arrested and detained by the government on unknown charges

OPINION November 30

Tucker Carlson: We're in for a whole new pandemic

Tucker Carlson reacted to the omicron strain of the coronavirus, and predicted new lockdowns coming in the United States.

VIDEO November 30

White House travel ban is another devastating blow to the travel industry: Travel expert

Mark Murphy discusses the potential ramifications of the travel ban issued by the White House in light of the omicron COVID variant.

GREAT OUTDOORS August 22, 2021

Lion stares, growls at nature guide from outside a kitchen window: video

A guide in South Africa came face to face with a lion on the prowl for a lioness. The male animal showed up at the tour guide's window during is morning coffee.

Africa June 28, 2021

Baboon mauls gazelle in Kenya nature reserve, shocking photos show

A baboon snatched up a baby gazelle and tore it to shreds in front of a wildlife photographer at a Kenya preserve -- a gory scene that was caught on camera.

Africa January 6, 2021

Morocco’s iconic blue city suffers coronavirus tourism decline as pandemic continues: report

A Moroccan city that’s famous for its striking blue walls and architecture has been facing its own set of challenges throughout the coronavirus pandemic.