In 2016, we should watch for surprises from unexpected quarters, writes Liesl Louw-Vaudran for the Institute for Security Studies. Read more »
The ruling party and opposition parties have called for tougher anti-racism laws after statements by Penny Sparrow, Chris Hart and Velaphi Khumalo caused outrage on social media. Read more »
U.S. officials have warned that the Democratic Republic of Congo could be hit by violence if President Joseph Kabila does not step down. Read more »
The Rwandan government has denied UN allegations that it is recruiting and training refugees with the aim of overthrowing President Pierre Nkurunziza. Read more »
Former Ivorian president Laurent Gbagbo and his former youth and education minister and leader of a pro-Gbagbo militia group, Charles Blé Goudé, are being tried for ... Read more »
The notorious Pretoria businessman known as "Chicky Lamba", who was filmed threatening a man at gunpoint in the back of a vehicle, has been shot dead. Read more »
Dominic Ongwen has asked the International Criminal Court to dismiss charges and acquit him for alleged attrocities. Read more »
In an effort to minimise clashes between supporters of rival political parties, police have stepped up security across Zanzibar, following the scattering of leaflets that carry ... Read more »
The constitutional court has ruled in favour of two former child brides following a legal battle. Read more »
Thando Hopa has turned to the profession of modelling for an inspiring cause - to change the attitude of people towards albinism. Read more »
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