Riot police deployed at electoral commission headquarters in Kinshasa amid fears of a disputed result in a DC Congo presidential election.
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Gabon Coup Attempt After-Effects May Not be Over
Armed men who took over Gabon state TV before dawn Monday had a stern message, followed a script typical for military-led coups in West and Central Africa.
Madagascar Court Declares Rajoelina President
Madagascar’s top court proclaimed former leader Andry Rajoelina winner of a hard-fought presidential vote, rejecting his rival’s accusations of fraud.
Sudan Security Forces Disperse Mass Protest in Eastern City
Sudanese security forces fired tear gas to disperse hundred protesters in eastern city al-Qadarif, one of the largest the country has seen in recent weeks.
People’s Suspicions Rise As Congo Delays Election Results
As Congo anxiously awaits outcome of presidential election, many in the capital, say a delay is giving way for manipulations in favor of the ruling party.
Congo Opposition Campaign Says Is Talking With Kabila on Transition
A Congolese presidential candidate’s representatives have met with outgoing President Joseph Kabila’s camp to ensure a peaceful transfer of power.
Truth Commission on Jammeh Opens Hearings in Gambia
Two years after President Yahya Jammeh left power in Gambia, truth commission probes into abuses carried out during his more than two decades in power.
Actor Ryan Gosling Urges Credible Congo Election Results
Actor Ryan Gosling and activists with whom he has published a book about the Central African country urged officials to announce a credible winner.
Sudanese Government Stepping Up Violence to Quell Protests
Sudan’s government is stepping up violent efforts to quell widespread protests in the country, according to a demonstrator interviewed on a VOA program.
Sudan Police Fire Tear Gas at Anti-Bashir Protesters
Sudan police fired tear gas at protesters in Sudan’s capital on Sunday, as demonstrations calling for Bashir to step down continued for the third week.