Haitians risk more cholera deaths as aid agencies withdraw
Thousands in Haiti are at risk of dying of cholera as medical aid agencies close treatment centres
Special coverage: World awaits 7 billionth baby
The UN estimates that the 7 billionth baby will be born on October 31st, 2011. AlertNet reports on the challenges of sustaining life on a crowded planet
Floods hit Ghana's capital
Torrential rains on Tuesday night caused streams, rivers and blocked drainages to overflow
Ghanaian women want say in climate change discussions - paper
Rural women at forum speak of plight they have already faced during floods and droughts
Nigerian anti-graft agency uncovers extortion scam
Nigeria anti-graft agency says has uncovered 3 criminal syndicates extorting money from people under investigation for corruption