An election is tentatively scheduled for August next year to transition the country to civilian rule.

Long a confidant of French and African leaders, Robert Bourgi lifts the lid on post-colonial relations.

The 65-year-old pledges not to be a threat to the military junta, which toppled him from power last August.

Plants eaten by wild gorillas have medicinal properties that could be harnessed in drug discovery, say scientists.

The interim president says he wants to "immerse" politicians in the realities of ordinary people.

The figure is quoted in a recent letter from the secretary of state to the Communities Minister.

A dealer bought the African mask from the couple for €150, reselling it for €4.2m.

Military leaders say the plan is not final and needs approval in a "national dialogue" next year.