Malawi: Judge Rejects Madonna Adoption Bid

A Malawian judge has rejected an attempt by Madonna to adopt a second child from the country, a local newspaper reported Friday. Read more »

Sudan: Emmanuel Jal Sheds Light on Struggles in Southern Sudan

Emmanuel Jal has an aura of quiet resolve and patience, qualities that make it easy to forget the years of struggle reflected in his music, in his book, “War Child,”… Read more »

Africa: G20 Leaders Promise Billions for Low-Income Nations

The leaders of the world's 20 biggest economies, recognizing that the global financial crisis has "a disproportionate impact" on vulnerable people in poor countries, have promised… Read more »

South Africa: Lucky Dube's Killers Jailed for Life

The killers of South African reggae superstar, Lucky Dube, were jailed for life on Thursday. Read more »

Africa: Looking For Crumbs From the G20's Table?

As leaders of the world's most productive economies meet in London on Thursday, street activism around the need for poverty alleviation and action on climate change is expected to… Read more »

Madagascar: Ravalomanana Makes Bid to Return to Power

The deposed president of Madagascar, Marc Ravalomanana, has promised Southern African leaders that if he is returned to power, he will form a "consensus inclusive government" and… Read more »

Africa: There Are No Small Soccer Teams on Continent

The 20 teams who took part in last weekend's round of qualifying matches for the 2010 World Cup and African Cup of Nations tournaments experienced mixed fortunes. Read more »

Cote d'Ivoire/Malawi: Many Die in Soccer Stampede

More than 20 people died in a crush at Abidjan's Houphouet-Boigny Stadium ahead of the soccer World Cup qualifying match between Côte d'Ivoire and Malawi on Sunday. Read more »

Kenya: Annan Scolds Coalition Government

Kenyans are frustrated by infighting in the country's coalition government and by its failure to bring to justice those responsible for last year's post-election violence, former… Read more »

Malawi: Madonna Tries to Adopt Second Child

Madonna is back in Malawi, seeking to adopt another child from the country – despite controversy over her adoption of a child there three years ago. Read more »

Africa: Global Crisis 'Hits Africa Twice,' Says Kofi Annan

Africa is facing difficult times. The effects of the global economic recession and climate change have already begun to reverse the progress the continent has made over the last… Read more »

Africa: Annan Sounds Alarm on Global Economic Crisis

A high-level panel of African leaders and development experts headed by former United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan issued a call Friday for reforms of global governance… Read more »

Africa: Global Crunch Gives Continent's Leaders Responsibilities

Although the current global economic crisis was triggered by the financial practices of industrialized nations, African leaders have important responsibilities to meet if they are… Read more »

Africa: African Union Must Join G20, Says SA Finance Minister

The last decade witnessed the dawn of hope on the African continent. We had achieved the fastest growth rates since independence. Our efforts to build institutions and strengthen… Read more »

South Africa: Split Opens in Ruling Party Over Dalai Lama

South Africa's health minister, Barbara Hogan, has condemned her own government for denying the Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, a visa to enter the country for a peace… Read more »

South Africa: Govt Scores Own Goal Over Peace Conference

An attempt by South African soccer authorities to show how the 2010 Fifa World Cup could promote peace and harmony not only in South Africa, but through Africa and the world, was… Read more »

Liberia: Obama Gives 'Temporary' U.S. Residents Reprieve

Liberians living in the United States under 'temporary protected status' will be allowed to stay for another year, according to an executive order signed by President Barack Obama… Read more »

Madagascar: African Union Suspends New Govt Over 'Coup'

The African Union (AU) has taken the first step towards imposing sanctions on the new army-installed government of Madagascar. Read more »

Zimbabwe: Unity Govt Spells Out Economic Recovery Plan

Zimbabwe’s new unity government has published an ambitious short-term economic recovery plan which portrays a vivid picture of the extent of the crisis it faces and estimates… Read more »

Madagascar: Southern Africa Threatens Sanctions Against Govt

The Southern African Development Community (SADC), which represents the governments of the region, has threatened the new rulers of Madagascar with sanctions unless they return the… Read more »

Madagascar: A Greek Tragedy That Will Hurt Investment

Deposed President Marc Ravalomanana brought the house of Madagascar down upon himself. But he has been replaced by a young untested leader who, although he has some public support,… Read more »

Nigeria: Non-Profit Syringe Factory to Fight Aids, Create Jobs

The aid community often focuses its health projects on hospitals and clinics, but the Pan African Health Foundation chose to go in a different direction – by building a… Read more »

Sudan: Obama to Appoint Special Envoy

United States President Barack Obama is expected to announce the appointment of a special envoy to Sudan Wednesday, a move that will be welcomed by campaigners concerned that his… Read more »

Madagascar: Africa Condemns Military Handover of Power

As military leaders anointed opposition leader Andry Rajoelina as Madagascar’s new leader, African governments condemned the ousting of President Marc Ravalomanana as the… Read more »

Madagascar: Besieged President to Resign

The besieged Malagasy president, Marc Ravalomanana, appeared headed out of office on Tuesday after opposition leader Andry Rajoelina took over a presidential palace which soldiers… Read more »