Dangote refineries: Pan-African progress or monopoly power?

The treason trial of Tanzanian opposition leader Tundu Lissu is in its final stages. He could face the death penalty if convicted. Lissu has been nominated for the European Union's Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought.

Weight-loss drugs are becoming increasingly popular in South Africa — especially the counterfeit ones. What's driving the demand, and how safe are these drugs?

South Sudan is due to hold elections in December, but critics say political decisions favoring the ruling party are raising questions on whether the opposition can even compete.

A humanoid robot named Walker E, or "Mutembei," appeared on Kenyan TV recently. Universities, schools and labs around Africa are delving into the technology that raises some deep questions.