hence the first black leader of any major British political party and only the fourth female leader to preside over the Conservative Party after Margaret Thatcher, Theresa May and Liz Truss. The ...

STUTTGART, Germany — U.S. Africa Command was in the political crosshairs even before it stood up 18 years ago in Germany’s automotive capital. From the outset, putting a four-star military ...

“Anything you try can work.” Where it is not racked by war, military coups or jihadism, much of Africa is battling economic stagnation and double-digit inflation rates. Ivory Coast, a country ...

British cinema is known for its quality and captivating actors. Whether they are blockbusters or indie gems, British films are loved around the world because of their unique humor and sensibilities.

In last week’s UK album chart, the highest-positioned British band was Oasis with their greatest hits collection. The Manchester band’s 1994 debut Definitely Maybe was also the UK’s top ...

This is one of the tightest groups, with three teams - Rwanda, South Africa, and Benin - all tied on seven points. Nigeria, however, are in serious danger of missing out on qualification ...

British taxpayers are spending a staggering £99million on encouraging families in Africa and Asia to cook using electricity. More than £55million has already been paid out under the foreign aid ...

CAPE TOWN, South Africa — The Trump administration’s decision to expel the South African ambassador is its latest move against a country it has singled out for sanctions and accused of being ...

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

A British national has died in Kenya after being struck by a government vehicle that was part of the president’s motorcade. The man, named as Edgar Charles Frederick, 79, was killed on Thursday ...

Somaliland, a territory of over three million people in the Horn of Africa, seceded from Somalia over 30 years ago, but it is not internationally recognized as an independent state. Somalia ...

unveiled China’s behind-the-scenes role in Africa’s fight against desertification. 01:28 Great wall of Taklamakan: China surrounds its largest desert with green belt Great wall of Taklamakan ...