France says ready to halt any rebel offensive in Mali
France's Hollande says 'cannot accept' rebellion as Mali launches a counter-offensive to wrest back a key town captured by militants this week
Brown envelope journalism blights African media
Many journalists accept bribes in Tanzania. The practice coupled with the threat of government censorship harms the development of healthy society
UNEP Studies Show Rising Mercury Emissions in Developing Countries
Most Comprehensive Assessment Ever of Global Emissions Released Ahead of Final Negotiations on New Mercury Treaty - Binding Treaty Can Deliver Major Health and Environmental Benefits in Developing and Developed Countries
Central African Republic ceasefire urged as talks begin
The Seleka rebels, who accuse President Francois Bozize of reneging on a 2007 peace deal, have come within striking distance of the capital Bangui
ACT Alliance Full Appeal: Assistance to IDPs in Eastern DRC
Appeal Target: US$ 2,187,145. ACT members are undertaking a coordinated response to over 68 000 beneficiaries through short-term food assistance, food security and livelihoods support, child nutrition, psychosocial support to survivors of SGBV and war-related abuses, provision of essential non-food items and emergency school support.