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May 19, 2013
10:49 am
Supporters of the hard line Islamic group Ansar al-Sharia clashed with Tunisian police on Sunday after encouraging their supporters to defy a government ban on their annual rally.
Police tried to keep the group, which openly supports al Qaeda, from holding their annual gathering in the central Tunisian city of Kairouan, saying it posed a threat to society.
May 18, 2013
1:06 pm
Unidentified gunman attacked three military posts in Benghazi on Saturday, highlighting the Libyan government's struggle to establish security.
May 18, 2013
12:29 pm
The US is 'concerned' by allegations of human rights violations by Nigerian security forces, Secretary of State John Kerry said.
May 18, 2013
6:01 am
Wondering which books to read this summer? Watch these international writers talk about their favorite books from abroad.
May 17, 2013
4:04 pm
Two Nigerians responsible for the production of baby teething medication My Pikin have been sentenced to seven years in prison after at least 80 children died.
May 17, 2013
11:51 am
Boko Haram has taken over parts of Nigeria's northeast, prompting a huge military offensive in the region.
May 17, 2013
6:58 am
Nigeria's army fights back against militant Islamists in the restive northeast, the IRS mess continues, and a new study that will make you think twice before you go jump in the pool.
May 17, 2013
6:17 am
Commentary: Mass administration of low-cost drugs around the globe could make a huge impact.
May 16, 2013
2:36 pm
Fresh unrest in South Africa’s troubled platinum belt has ignited fears of a return to the violence that last year left more than 50 people dead.
May 16, 2013
2:03 pm
Nigeria has sent massive amounts of troops to combat Boko Haram militants after President Goodluck Jonathan declared a state of emergency.
May 16, 2013
11:36 am
International films to watch as they vie for the Palme d'Or.
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