Goma Wedding Day Reflections
Congolese journalists speak of love, work and relationships as one of their colleagues prepares to tie the knot.
Can Kiir Cut It as President of New State?
Many ex-African rebel leaders have failed as statesmen - but the South Sudan leader may buck the trend.
Human Rights Warning Over South Sudan
Security force excesses need to be curbed otherwise independence hopes may turn sour, observers say.
Witness Claims DRC Soldiers Raped Her
Prosecutors allege Congolese soldiers led by Bemba committed widespread abuses in CAR.
Uganda Ruling Small Victory in Gay Struggle
Court bans media outing of homosexuals, but they remain a vulnerable, oppressed community.
Abyei Solution Key to South Sudan Stability
Disputed area of southern Sudan remains a potential flashpoint– but not because of its oil resources.
South Sudan Exiles Share Piece of History
They may be far from home, but southern Sudanese living abroad relish opportunity to vote on the future of their homeland.
Illegal Mining Fuels DRC Conflict
Government crackdown appears to have done little to curb unlawful trade funding armed groups.
UN Accused of Caving In to Khartoum Over Darfur
Agencies said to be reluctant to confront Sudanese government about obstructions to humanitarian aid effort.
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Journalists need training and support to properly cover war crimes trials.
Ugandan Women Pay the Price of Exploitation
Activists warn that vulnerable domestic workers risk abuse, often returning with serious health conditions.
Harsh Victory at Position X
Commitment, sacrifice and luck secured a vital early win in the south-eastern campaign, but can Ukrainian forces press on?
Behind the Wheel in a Macho City
Some women face Adana's male-dominated traffic chaos for a living.
Life in the Shadows for Armenia’s Transgender Community
Recent murder highlights widespread discrimination and violence against LGBTI people.
Interview: The War on Disinformation
Open source intelligence (OSINT) can provide facts – but impatient, angry audiences often prefer opinions.