Africa
Some U.S. utilities say they're under constant cyber attack
WASHINGTON/BOSTON - Several power utilities say they face a barrage of cyber attacks on their critical systems, a report by two Democratic lawmakers found echoing warnings from the Obama administration that foreign hackers were trying to bring down the U.S. power grid.
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Athletics-World champion Cheruiyot to miss Moscow championships
NAIROBI, May 21 - Kenyan world 5,000 and 10,000 metres gold medallist Vivian Cheruiyot said on Tuesday she will not defend her titles at the Moscow world athletics championships in August.
More credit data sharing seen lowering rates for Kenyan firms
NAIROBI, May 21 - Banks in Kenya are making a long-awaited effort to share information about which borrowers are reliable, a move that should make it easier for sound businesses to get cheaper loans.
Congolese army, rebels clash for a second day, 19 dead
GOMA, Democratic Republic of Congo - Two days of clashes between Congo's army and rebel fighters near the eastern city of Goma have killed at least 19 people, threatening an uneasy six-month peace just days before a scheduled visit by U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon.
Kenya to decide next week on future of Mombasa refinery
MOMBASA, May 21 - The future of east Africa's only oil refinery could be decided next week when a report is due on whether to upgrade the aging Kenyan plant or turn it into a storage facility, the country's energy regulator said on Tuesday.
Rubber bullets fired at South African mine strikers, several hurt
CAPE TOWN - Ten striking South African miners were taken to hospital on Tuesday after being hit by rubber bullets, police said, as labour strife spread ahead of mid-year pay negotiations.
What's next for South Sudan?
Reuters is chronicling the first year in the life of South Sudan - and assessing the odds of whether it will flourish or fail. Live Coverage | Slideshow


