The skin ( from cattle) is also used to make shields (protective gear), spear handles and cattle ... jewels and horn trumpets ( mbata), from an African antelope,known as Kudu.

By John Eligon A new party led by Mr. Zuma, a former president forced out over corruption allegations, helped ensure that the African National Congress fell short of an outright majority for the ...

China's years of splashing cash on big-ticket infrastructure projects in Africa may be over, analysts say, with Beijing seeking to shield itself from risky, indebted partners on the continent as ...

There aren’t many major boxing matches remaining for Claressa Shields. That’s why Shields ... We’ll fight in Africa,” he said. “I believe that would be very significant and very special ...

As African leaders gathered this week for ... with Beijing seeking to shield itself from risky, indebted partners on the continent as it grapples with a slowing economy at home.

China has for years pumped vast sums of cash into African nations as it looks to shore up access to crucial resources, while also using its influence as a geopolitical tool amid ongoing tensions ...