U.N. raises alarm over escalating violence in Darfur
A fresh wave of violence in Darfur has led to the displacement of hundreds of thousands of people this year, U.N. and African Union officials say
Beware of bats: Guinea issues bushmeat warning after Ebola outbreak
Bats are seen as a reservoir host for Ebola virus
Foreign investors often blamed for Africa land grabs conducted by local ruling elites
African middle classes and local ruling elites often are the biggest drivers of the transfer of land ownership on the continent rather than foreign investors, land experts said.
South Sudan: Restoring peace between refugees and villagers in Maban County
The first thing needed is to restore the confidence of refugee camp residents like Fatna, who fears a repeat of recent violence that forced thousands to flee the camp.
Squeezed Kenyan poachers switch to al Shabaab charcoal racket - police
Reports suggest income from charcoal trade to the Middle East may be funding al Shabaab terror activities as well as fueling deforestation, INTERPOL and Kenyan police officials say
Africa's youth key to strengthening agricultural economy
More investment needed to create new opportunities for young people in the sector, FAO Director-General tells Regional Conference.
Insecure land tenure holds back post-conflict African societies, say experts
A lack of clear-cut and secure land rights means people from post-conflict African countries are prevented from getting the most out of land they rely upon for survival, experts say.
W.African nations scramble to prevent spread of Ebola deaths
GUINEA-EBOLA/ (UPDATE 1):UPDATE 1-W.African nations scramble to prevent spread of Ebola deaths