The death toll from the catastrophe is estimated at more than 11,000 with another 10,000 missing and feared dead.

During apartheid, South Africa’s correctional system was a pillar of the repressive, discriminatory laws.

Moroccan city, Marrakesh's earthquake death toll exceeds 2,800 people; over 2,500 are injured.

It’s been a month since military guards under the command of General Abdourahamane Tchiani ended 12 years of democratic governance in Niger.