Death and tensions in the Democratic Republic of Congo have triggered an intervention by a United Nations force, as the international body plans to deploy South African led forces to the country's war torn provinces.
Central Africa
UN hands South Africa task to restore peace in DR Congo
- Thursday, 16 May 2013 16:50
- Konye Obaji Ori
West Africa, from transit to production of illicit drugs
- Thursday, 16 May 2013 16:07
- Rose Skelton in Dakar
West Africa has found a new niche in the international drug trade.
The rise of Africa's B-brands
- Thursday, 16 May 2013 14:56
- Gemma Ware
Smaller and more agile local brands are taking the fight to multinationals seeking to benefit from increasing consumer spending in sub-Saharan Africa. Both sorts of firms are looking to expand in the region and are deploying new strategies to attract customers.
New technology for African livestock farmers
- Monday, 13 May 2013 17:43
African livestock farmers have recently become beneficiaries of new technology.
Electricity meter suppliers in contract goldrush across Africa
- Monday, 13 May 2013 12:05
Egypt's Iskraemeco hopes Elsewedy's contacts will help it face the charge as utilities prepare to roll out new meter technologies.
Empowerment of women: Implementation is crucial - Bachelet
- Friday, 10 May 2013 14:53
- Elissa Jobson in Addis Ababa
Women and children are frontline victims during conflicts, argues Michelle Bachelet, Executive director of UN Women, and former President of Chile.
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