Felix Tshisekedi Is Sworn In As Congo's President
Tshisekedi was declared the winner of last month's disputed election. Some groups allege that the opposition leader struck a deal with Congo's outgoing president.
Africa
Why Burundi Is Kicking Out Aid Groups
The African nation is one of the poorest in the world. But it's driving out some aid groups that are offering help.
Zimbabwe Forces Accused Of 'Systematic Torture' After Protests Over Fuel Prices
The Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission says the Zimbabwe army severely beat protesters upset over a spike in fuel prices. President Emmerson Mnangagwa condemned what he called violence on both sides.
Zimbabwe Government Cracks Down After People Protest Gasoline Prices
Fuel prices more than doubled last week in Zimbabwe, prompting people to protest. NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with journalist Tendai Marima about the violent government crackdown that followed.
More Than 100 Migrants Feared Dead After Raft Sinks In Rough, Icy Mediterranean Sea
Flavio Di Giacomo, an IOM spokesman, told NPR, "The Italian authorities have now called off rescue efforts. It is very, very unlikely that we would find survivors at this point."
These Scouts Are Prepared For Dirty Dishes — And Keeping The Peace
In Central African Republic, a nation rife with violence, scouts help with public health campaigns, security — and negotiations with rival militant groups. Plus they're trained to do household chores.
Zimbabwe Orders Second Internet Shutdown In A Week Of Deadly Protests
Critics accuse the government of constricting Internet use to stop the circulation of images showing a security forces responding violently to protests over increased gas prices.
African Leaders Want Congo To Delay Declaring Final Results Of Presidential Election
The African Union is calling on the Democratic Republic of the Congo to hold off declaring final results of the disputed presidential election. African leaders have "serious doubts" about the results.
'In Bad Taste, Disrespectful': Photo Of Terrorist Attack In Kenya Sparks Controversy
The Media Council of Kenya is demanding a retraction and an apology from The New York Times after the newspaper published a photo on its website showing dead bodies at a Nairobi hotel restaurant.
State Department Identifies American Killed In Nairobi Terror Attack
Jason Spindler was in Nairobi working for a firm he co-founded that promoted business partnerships in emerging markets.