Guinean Opposition and Civil Society Call for Junta’s Departure by Jan. 1
A committee of Guinean opposition groups, civil society organizations and activists known as the Forces Vives called on Tuesday for the West African country...
Former Somali Officials Get 30 Years for American Journalist’s Kidnapping
A federal court sentenced two former Somali officials to 30 years in prison Tuesday for their roles in the nearly three-year kidnapping of American...
Opposition Wins Landslide Victory in Mauritius Election
The opposition Alliance de Changement (ADC) secured 62.6% of votes in Mauritius's general election, the election commission announced Tuesday, delivering former Prime Minister Navin...
Morocco Sentences Journalist to 3 Years in Prison in Defamation Case
A Moroccan court sentenced journalist Hamid Mahdaoui to 18 months in prison Monday for defaming Justice Minister Abdellatif Ouahbi, imposing an additional fine of...
Poll Shows Former Ghana President Mahama Leading Presidential Race
Former President John Dramani Mahama holds a commanding lead in Ghana's upcoming presidential election, with 52% of likely voters supporting him against Vice President...
