Topic: Nigeria

How real is District 9?

The movie portrays modern post-apartheid South Africa – and some very ugly habits of thought that remain in South African society, even 15 years after apartheid.

Opinion: Not every bad encounter with a white person constitutes racism

But as they add up, run-ins become harder to see past.

Confrontation of another kind

A Christian Science perspective.

Speculation over Oprah's next book pick

Nigerian amnesty deal with militants unravels

Three weeks into a cease-fire pact, some rebels are turning themselves in. But the main group – MEND – say they'll attack oil facilities on Sept. 15.

I got phished

Column: How I, a technology expert, fell for the very thing that I warn others against.

A stop-by-stop account of Clinton's Africa trip

During her seven-country tour, Clinton highlighted the continent's successes, stressed the work yet to be done, and strengthened US trading alliances.

Hillary Clinton, in Liberia, targets good government

The country, led by Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf, has made significant strides since its brutal civil war ended in 2003.

Will Clinton push Nigeria on corruption?

During her visit today, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is expected to say that stronger relations with the US will depend on better, cleaner governance.

Hillary Clinton aims to revive US influence in Angola

The secretary of State's visit to Africa's top oil producer on Sunday and Monday is being seen as an effort to counter China's clout there.

From Somalia to South Africa, Clinton confronts competing demands

Clinton met with Somalia's president Thursday and traveled to Tshwane (Pretoria) Friday. She must work with a continent most united by a desire to appear independent from the US.

Jefferson's bribery conviction: a mixed legacy

Justice Department prevailed in the infamous 'freezer cash' case, but it lost ground in law enforcement's ability to wiretap or investigate members of Congress.

Clinton maneuvers testy time for US, Africa

In Kenya, she expressed dismay over rejection of human-rights tribunal – but emphasized shared trade and security interests.

What Hillary Clinton seeks to achieve in Africa

One aim: to bolster relations with resource-rich countries where China has been aggressively extending its presence.

Congo: Confronting rape as a weapon of war

In the rape capital of the world, some are seeking to curb sexual violence by focusing on men's role in preventing it.

Nigerian militant killed after days of violence

The head of Boko Haram, a militant Islamist movement responsible for attacks this week, was killed. But the police response has raised questions about the use of excessive force.

The Thing Around Your Neck

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie offers a dozen short stories about Nigerians caught in the pull between Nigeria and the West.

Nigerian forces move in on Islamist radicals

Boko Haram has attacked schools, police stations, and other symbols of state power. While the group is relatively minor, the attacks underscore a widespread public distrust of the government.

Nigerian militants attack police amid worsening sectarian tensions

Islamist groups opposing Western-style education clashed with security forces, leaving dozens dead.

Nigerian militants release six hostages, honoring cease-fire

The rebel group MEND agreed last week to a 60-day truce, during which it will stop sabataging oil infrastructure and fighting government troops in the Niger Delta region.

Report: Internet use in Asia, Africa, and Mid-East set to soar

Sudan's Bashir cancels trip after Uganda mulls arrest warrant

After Uganda briefly threatens to carry out war crimes warrant against Bashir, a new poll shows broad public support in Africa for such a move.

Will Nigeria's MEND militants honor their own ceasefire?

Just hours after announcing a unilateral 60-day ceasefire with the government, the rebels threatened to end it.

Africans reflect on Obama's 'tough love' message

The president used his first African visit – to the democratic bastion of Ghana – to signal a harder-line US approach to dealing with corrupt African leaders.

Obama in Africa: Why he chose Ghana

The visit is seen as a reward for Ghana's commitment to good governance and democracy. There's also newfound oil and a photo-op at a former slave fort.