THE bitter war in Biafra (see THE WORLD) is a symbol of the continent’s divided soul, and the most discouraging example so far of a profound impasse that is crippling many of Black Africa’s 30 newly ...

You don’t have to travel to the West to find blonde-haired, blue-eyed people; one African tribe has had them for centuries. Africans are one of the most genetically diverse groups of people in the ...

As Kenyans prepare for the March 2013 general election, the BBC’s monthly global debate programme, BBC Africa Debate, will be in Kenya to talk about the effect of tribalism on democracy. Presented ...

The recent Tribal Chic 2025 fashion extravaganza brought together designers from across Africa, giving them an opportunity to showcase their talents and tell their stories. The event, organised by ...

* Pope addresses crowd of up to a million * Prays for two women killed in stadium stampede * Urges Africa to end wars, corruption, tribal strife * Appeals for end to Congo conflict By Philip Pullella ...

The energy was palpable as we took our seats - the entire room abuzz for the unveiling of the designer's latest haute couture collection. The style elite gathered under the crystal chandeliers, ...

Dear critical reader, as the world's most influential and powerful individuals meet at Davos this year for the World Economic Forum, one's prayer is that somehow, miraculously, within their lifetimes, ...