Tag: Africa
South African army arrive in crime hotspots to help tackle gangs
South Africa's army has officially been deployed to several parts of the country to help overwhelmed police clamp down on…
Nigeria warns its citizens in South Africa to be cautious after march turns violent
Nigeria's high commission in South Africa has urged its citizens there to be cautious following an anti-illegal immigration protest in…
Nigerian president’s rivals get major boost as political heavyweight joins fold
The coalition poised to challenge Nigeria's president in next year's election has received a major boost after prominent opposition figure…
Sexual violence part of ‘everyday life’ in parts of Sudan, charity says
Rape and sexual violence remain "part of everyday life" in areas of Sudan even when fighting in the country's civil…
48-hour curfew imposed after attack on bar in Nigerian city
A 48-hour curfew has been imposed in parts of the central Nigerian city of Jos, after gunmen opened fire at…
Caf general secretary resigns amid Afcon final fallout
The general secretary of the Confederation of African Football (Caf) has resigned amid a chaotic time for football on the…