Africa

Ethiopia PM appoints Tigray ex-leader as minister sparking concerns

Getachew Reda appointed as an "advisor on East African affairs to the Prime Minister with the rank o

Nigeria bans rap song critical of president's record amid tough economy

"Tell Your Papa" by Eedris Abdulkareem sharply criticises the administration of President Bola Tinub

South Africa blames bizarre helicopter crash on penguin in a box

An investigation by the aviation body released this week found that the box slid into the pilot's pi

Veteran Uganda politician Besigye denied bail in treason case

Kizza Besigye has been in prison for more than 140 days after he was abducted in neighbouring Kenya

South African 'obese' police officers to undergo weight-loss scheme

The authorities say the initiative aims to improve the physical well-being of officers through rigor

Gabon elections: Key facts about upcoming presidential polls

Analysts agree the election is a crucial step in Gabon's transition, following constitutional change