How Funny Is The New Africa Correspondent for Trevor Noah's 'Daily Show'?
Comedian Loyiso Madinga delivers politics with a punchline in his segments for the Africa version of the Comedy Central program.
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Romeo & Juliet In Kigali: How A Soap Opera Sought To Change Behavior In Rwanda
How do you convince a generation of people who once slaughtered each other to reconcile? In Rwanda, a team of psychologists, writers and policymakers came up with an unusual idea: a radio soap opera.
Winnie Madikizela-Mandela Didn't Die, 'She Multiplied'
South African women are mourning the loss of Madikizela-Mandela and challenging her controversial legacy. The anti-apartheid stalwart, who died April 2 at the age of 81, was laid to rest Saturday.
In South Africa, Crowds Gather To Honor Winnie Mandela
Thousands of South Africans gathered today to pay their last respects to anti-apartheid icon Winnie Madikizela Mandela, known by many as the mother of the nation. She died April 2 at the age of 81.
In 'The Burning Shores,' Libya Blossoms — Briefly — Before Unraveling
Author Frederic Wehrey's new book follows the country's turmoil after the overthrow and death of dictator Moammar Gadhafi. Though signs of normalcy have returned, Wehry says there's still deep trauma.
Advice From 5 Women And A Guy Who Won $1.25 Million To Do Good
The winners of the 2018 Skoll Awards for Social Entrepreneurship share surprising lessons on life, leadership and gender in the workplace.
Why Winnie Madikizela Mandela's Legacy Is Being Debated After Her Death
Winnie Madikizela-Mandela was an anti-apartheid activist in her own right, in addition to being married to icon and South Africa's first black president, Nelson Mandela. But she also was accused of endorsing violence and fueling a "reign of terror" in the Soweto township. How will she be remembered?
Algerian Military Transport Plane Crash Kills 257 People Near Boufarik Airport
The plane came down in an open farm field, the defense ministry says. An investigation has been ordered.
Kenyan Woman Abused By Nurses During Childbirth Wins Landmark Case
Josephine Majani passed out searching for help as she delivered her baby on a the floor of a hospital in Kenya. She hopes her case will push for reforms in treatment of women during childbirth.
South African Government Ramping Up Efforts To Get More Land Into Black Ownership
Nearly a quarter century after the end of apartheid, whites still own most of the land in South Africa. A new political party thinks land should be appropriated without compensation and given to blacks. The view is increasingly popular, despite the cautionary tale of Zimbabwe to the north.