U.N. experts say the al-Shabab extremist group remains the greatest immediate threat to peace and stability in Somalia and the region, especially Kenya.

The Kenya Wildlife Service pledged to “strengthen prevention measures, improve early response and reduce the risk of future ...

It’s finally time for the third 'Avatar' movie. 'Fire and Ash' cranks up the action and danger for a sequel that’s better ...

Central African Republic on Dec. 28 will hold presidential and legislative elections as concerns over armed groups have led to a growing reliance on Russia for security.

Photographs help us look back on the moments that defined the year. Taken by NPR photojournalists nationwide, this collection goes beyond the headlines to reveal quietly powerful human stories.

Gage survived, but unfortunately, it wasn't a total happy ending. His friends and doctor said that, post-accident, he was “no ...

MessiahYou’ll be sitting your somewhere minding your own business and all of a sudden someone decides that you’re in need of saving. This has been the story of the African continent—and much of the ...

At a time when toppled statues are being remounted, an art critic and an illustrator examine, edit and unpack three ...

It used to be a tradition on the Sunday Nation that Christmas would not be Christmas without a homily by Mr Tony ...

Islamic State militants in Somalia were hit on Dec. 15 and 16 in the vicinity of the group’s enclave near the Golis Mountains ...

Born Dec. 17, 1839, in Galway, Ireland, John F. Powell immigrated to the United States with his parents at 15 months old.

This year is the first in decades that early childhood deaths will increase, and a key factor is cuts to foreign aid.