INTERVIEW-U.N. fears mass migration if Sudan vote sparks war
Hundreds of thousands may flee to neighbouring countries if fighting breaks out after referendum on secession, says U.N.
Obama writes to regional leaders over Sudan-W.House
Obama wants to make sure the vote takes place on time and the outcome is respected
Obama lobbies regional leaders as Sudan vote looms
Obama wants to make sure the vote takes place on time and the outcome is respected
Fighting in Sudan's Darfur forces 12,000 to flee
Sudan's army and Darfur rebels and are heading towards already overcrowded camps and settlements in the strife-torn territory, peacekeepers say
U.N. should halve its East Timor police force - report
The force is too expensive and its presence is slowing development of local police, International Crisis Group says
World must prevent LRA Christmas slaughter in Congo ? report
Aid agencies are calling for the international community to step up action against Africa's most brutal rebel group
Hopes and fears in South Sudan
There is optimism that independence will help the country to develop into a thriving nation - but peace is far from certain and both north and south are preparing for war