Africa Conflict & Tragedy News

Least 14 Algerians were killed and 400 others in the public festivities win over Egypt and qualify for the 2010 World Cup. Was quoted by international news agencies, quoting the Civil Defense in Algeria that 14 people were killed and...

Somali pirates are back in the headlines after a Spanish trawler and its 36 member crew has thrust the issue of Somali piracy back into the spotlight. The vessel was released after a ransom payment exceeding $3m was agreed. Does...

It’s bad enough that the territory known as Somalia is in turmoil 365 days a year, but now the waters that surround the war savaged country are looming with want-to-be Jack Sparrows that seem intent on revenge. If we could...

On Saturday 10 October a twenty-three year old mother from the village Kwalink in the Eastern Cape area of South Africa was arrested and charged with the murder of her 2 year old daughter and the alleged assault of her...

An Egyptian scholar wants the death penalty for anyone importing a device that helps women fake virginity, claiming it violates Islamic law by spreading perversion in society. The gadget releases a liquid that looks like blood, allowing a new bride...

In southern Sudan, at least 100 people died,just because of violence happened between two groups. The violence happened between two groups in the area of Jonglei province,which resulted into death of 100 people and several others injured. As per my...

AS we approach the October 16 World Food Day and Stand Up! Take Action! End Poverty Now! day, and the October 17 International Day for the Eradication of Poverty day, let us ask ourselves, "Can we end poverty in our...