Experts hear 54 arguments for and against legalising sale of rhino horn

A three-day workshop on whether to legalise the sale of rhino horn has ended in Boksburg. Twenty two experts assembled by the Department of the Environmental Affairs heard passionate presentations on both sides of the debate among others from conservationists, breeders, local communities, think tanks and lawyers. The panel of experts constituted early this year […]

Presidential frontrunners promise to promote peaceful Nigerian poll

The two main candidates in Nigeria’s presidential election tomorrow have signed an agreement to prevent violence in what is probably the African giant’s closest-run race. The rival shook hands and hugged and promised to respect the outcome of a credible poll. The deal between incumbent Goodluck Jonathan and challenger Muhammadu Buhari was brokered by former […]

Boko Haram’s headquarters seized

On the eve of Nigeria’s closest-run presidential election, security forces say they’ve captured the headquarters of the terror group Boko Haram. The military success will be boost to the incumbent Goodluck Jonathan who’s running against former General Muhamadu Buhari. Nigerian military say they’re mopping up now after retaking the north eastern town of Gwoza where […]