Pilot program could be a breakthrough in the fight against disease on the continent
The referendum represents another step toward authoritarianism
Activists and international players call for civilian leadership
Ongoing unrest makes it difficult for health workers to contain the disease
The digital blackout aims to silence dissent
Relief efforts shift to longer-term problems created by the disaster in southern Africa
Chinese government tells believers to put their faith in socialism
Demonstrations demanding the longtime leader resign are the latest anti-government uprising in the Arab region
U.S. ups airstrikes as al-Shabaab keeps attacking
The opposition disagrees, sparking fears of violence in the days ahead
