The U.S. government has signed health deals with at least nine African countries. These new deals reflect the Trump administration's priorities and its focus on mutual benefits.

Moving AFCON to every four years and aligning with the FIFA calendar may bring upsides, but also leaves many questions unanswered

The decision by African football bosses to change the Africa Cup of Nations from a biennial competition to a tournament held every four years has been met with a mixed reaction on the continent with some seeing it as simply caving in to pressure from European clubs and FIFA.

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.

Kwanzaa is currently being celebrated around the world, and one Heartland museum is working hard to bring awareness to the cultural celebration.

The International African American Museum is hosting a Kwanzaa community celebration offering an evening filled with culture and connection.

As for how Duffy and Oscar got their names: Duffy is in honor of a longtime aquarium staff member, while her brother’s moniker has much more humble origins. Like his dad, Myer, Oscar is named after the humble hot dog.

The event will be held from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 27, at the African American Museum of Iowa, 55 12th Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids. The celebration will include interactive activities for all ages, as well as food,

Rolling Stone ranks the best Afropop songs of the year featuring Adekunle Gold, Rema, Moily, Theodora, Tyla, Davido, Bien, Ciza, Mavo and many more

Somalia's federal government strongly rejected what it described as an unlawful move by Israel to recognize Somaliland.

Voters in the Central African Republic are electing a new president and federal lawmakers. Incumbent President Faustin Archange Touadera is seen as likely to win a third term in Sunday's elections.