U.N. declares end to Somalia famine
(TONY KARUMBA / AFP/GETTY IMAGES)
But officials warn more than two million Somalis are still in dire need of aid despite improvements.
Violence plagues South Sudan
A wave of killings amid tribal infighting tests the fragile government of the world’s newest nation.
More than 20 Chinese workers captured by rebels in Sudan
China has extensive interests on both sides of north and South Sudan’s ill-defined border.
U.S. rescues aid workers in Somalia
Obama ordered mission after receiving reports that American Jessica Buchanan’s health was failing.
Tunisian spoils remain elusive
Much of the money controlled by ex-president’s family and allies is out of reach of new government.
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