President Idriss Deby has told newsmen that Chadian troops have already begun withdrawing from embattled Mali, saying his army "has no ability to face the kind of guerrilla ... Read more »
The European Union has outlined new rules forcing energy, mining and logging companies to publish the payments they make to governments for access to resources. Read more »
France has begun withdrawing troops in keeping with plans to leave a permanent 1,000-strong force to "fight terrorism" compared to the current contingent of 4,000 soldiers. Read more »
Eminent Nigerians join other world leaders to mourn the death of former British prime minister Margaret Thatcher. Read more »
South African politicians and political parties have expressed sadness at the death of former British prime minister Margaret Thatcher. Read more »
South Africa's ruling party has recognised the historical role of the late British leader but noted her failures in acknowledging the anti-apartheid movement, while Nigeria's ... Read more »
Italian oil company ENI, have closed oil wells in Bayelsa State due to oil theft and damage caused to their pipelines by vandals. Read more »
The Herald reports that the leaked "Friends of Zimbabwe, 2013 Draft Communiqué" points to the British government's efforts towards re-engagement talks with Zimbabwe. Read more »
The European Union has suspended targeted sanctions on 81 individuals and eight entities despite the deteriorating human rights crisis and political violence ahead of elections. Read more »
President Robert Mugabe attended the inauguration mass of the Roman Catholic Pope Francis I in the Vetican City. Read more »
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