Any violent outbreak will have broader implications on the rest of Somalia, which is attempting to rebound from two decades of civil war.
Somalia’s Puntland region braces for presidential election
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Rwanda ex-spy chief murder ups pressure on Kagame
A murder in Johannesburg has accusations piling up against the government of Rwandan President Paul Kagame.
RED ZONE: Nigeria
A bumbling government strategy has cemented Boko Haram’s resolve, even as it alienated Nigeria’s most vulnerable local populations.
Tunisia’s new interim P.M. inherits daunting task
The 50-year-old engineer with no stated political affiliation entered politics in March, when he was appointed industry minister in Prime Minister Ali Larayedh’s government.
Deadlocked Tunisia approaches critical anniversary
The country is gearing up for the third anniversary of the December 17 self-immolation of street vendor Mohamed Bouazizi – the event that launched Tunisia’s Jasmine Revolution.
Morocco’s kissing teens acquitted — but real reform lags
The human rights activists behind the #FreeBoussa (Free Kiss) campaign can breathe a sigh of relief.
Nigeria targets social media critics with new law
The move comes amid a backdrop of intensifying terrorism, and with it growing criticisms of the government’s inability to contain extremist violence.
‘Kill the Gays’ bill back in the spotlight in Uganda
The bill’s advocates have eagerly seized on the trial of a gay British man, who is now facing a two year sentence on obscenity charges, to reenergize support for their legislation.
France uneasy about Africa role, as C.A.R. conflict intensifies
French troops waiting for the U.N. go-ahead in C.A.R. on Thursday were taken by surprise by skirmishes in the capital of Bangui.
Morocco set to consider medical marijuana legalization
Though a handful of countries have successfully legalized medical-use marijuana, Morocco would be the first and only Arab country to come anywhere close to officially sanctioning the drug.
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