May 24, 2012
Africa: Political Leaders 'Learn Little' From North African Uprisings
allAfrica
Spurred by popular uprisings in North Africa, pressure to respect the human rights of all Africans is growing across the continent, but political leaders are standing in the way,… Read more »
May 23, 2012
Nigeria: Call for Review of South Africa-Nigeria Visa Regime
allAfrica
What does it symbolise that American and British visitors to South Africa do not need a visa, but Nigerians and many other Africans do? Read more »
May 21, 2012
Mali: Transitional President 'Beaten by Protesters'
allAfrica
The transitional president of Mali Dioncounda Traore has been admitted to hospital after protesters reportedly burst into his office and beat him. Read more »
Lesotho: Early Voting Peaceful Despite Recent Violence
allAfrica
Lesotho has seen political violence flare ahead of May 26 elections, with the opposition claiming that dirty tricks have undercut their turnouts. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Founder Member of Ruling Party Denies Mugabe 'Tired' Comments
allAfrica
Enos Nkala, one of Zanu-PF's founding fathers and a former minister, has distanced himself from media reports that President Robert Mugabe told him he was "wanted to retire",… Read more »
May 19, 2012
Africa: Drogba Penalty Wins Champions League Cup for Chelsea
allAfrica
With an equalizer near full time, followed by the winning goal in a penalty shoot-out, Cote d'Ivoire's Didier Drogba powered Chelsea to victory in this year's UEFA Champions League… Read more »
May 16, 2012
Kenya: Woman Dies After Mombasa Grenade Attack
allAfrica
A woman has died after a grenade attack in Mombasa, police told AFP on Wednesday - a day after armed men attacked a restaurant in the Kenyan port city. Read more »
May 15, 2012
Congo-Kinshasa: Efforts Under Way to Rehabilitate Agriculture Sector
allAfrica
The United Nations Development Programme's Africa Human Development Report 2012 released today said the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has the potential to become sub-Saharan… Read more »
Africa: UN Hits Out at Rulers Over Lack of Food
allAfrica
Despite rapid economic growth in some African countries in recent years, no government across the continent can rightfully claim that all its citizens have access to enough… Read more »
Somalia: European Military Launches Air Raid On Pirates
allAfrica
European Union military forces carried out an air raid on what they called "pirate equipment" on the coast of Somalia on Tuesday. Read more »
Africa: Empower Women for Food Security, Says UN
allAfrica
Ensuring the full equality of women and girls will make a significant contribution to reducing hunger and malnutrition in Africa according to a new report released by the United… Read more »
May 12, 2012
Africa: All Eyes on the Brothers Toure in English Soccer
allAfrica
AllAfrica update: Read the dramatic story of Sunday's match below this report... Read more »
May 11, 2012
Africa: Inequalities Undermine Impressive Growth
allAfrica
Twelve years ago, the influential Economist magazine described Africa as "the hopeless continent". Last year the same publication ran the headline: "Africa rising: the hopeful… Read more »
Africa: Keeping Pace With Change
allAfrica
While Africa is home to some of the world's fastest growing economies, if it aims to sustain this growth and improve the quality of life of its citizens, the continent cannot… Read more »
Africa: Get Ahead of the Competition! Enter AllAfrica's "Caught in the Net" Contest Early
allAfrica
AllAfrica wants to show the world where and how bed nets are being put to good use. Next month we will launch a photo competition and announce judging procedures and prizes.… Read more »
May 10, 2012
Nigeria: Commitment to Expand Vaccination Programme to Save Children's Lives
allAfrica
Nigeria's first-ever national vaccine summit ended in mid-April with a federal government commitment to expand the country's vaccination programme to help reduce the country's… Read more »
Guinea: Opposition Calls for Mass Protests Over Poll Delay
allAfrica
There have been mixed responses to a day of national protest called for by opposition parties in Guinea, who are demanding dialogue with the government on the holding of… Read more »
May 08, 2012
Congo-Kinshasa: Where Giving Birth Is Deadly
allAfrica
Her limbs flaccid, her eyes wide with fear and pain, Théthé's cries seem oddly detached from her body, as if part of her isn't lying on a brown vinyl mattress, slick… Read more »
May 07, 2012
Mali: Attack On Timbuktu World Heritage Site May Spark Revolt
allAfrica
There are fears that the population of Timbuktu may react violently after fighters from a religious sect desecrated the tomb of a saint. Read more »
Africa: Trade Talks Threaten Access to Aids Drugs
allAfrica
Humanitarian aid has come a long way in the last 40 years, says the international president of Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), Dr. Unni Karunakara, but he warns that… Read more »
Africa: Raising 'Uncomfortable Questions' in a Changing World [interview]
allAfrica
Part 2 of a conversation with the international president of Médecins Sans Frontières. Read more »
Africa: Great Gains Against Killer Diseases At Risk [interview]
allAfrica
Part 1 of a conversation with the international president of Mèdecins Sans Frontières. Read more »
May 04, 2012
Kenya: Court Ruling on Generic Drugs Sets Precedent for the Region [guest column]
allAfrica
Thousands of people living with HIV and Aids in East Africa were given new hope on 25 April 2012, when a high court judge in Nairobi ruled that Kenya’s anti-counterfeit law… Read more »
May 03, 2012
Africa: HIV Funding Boosts General Health Services - Study
allAfrica
The debate within the global health community about the impact of dedicated HIV/Aids funding on general public health services has been taken a step further with a study showing… Read more »
May 02, 2012
Africa: Two Countries Named in 10 Worst for Censorship
allAfrica
Eritrea experiences the worst censorship in the world, while Equatorial Guinea is among the five most heavily-censored countries, says the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ). Read more »