The African parent needs no introduction. They're tough, strict, hilarious and full of drama. They're also full of warm fuzzy love. Under the tough exterior lies several layers of love for their kids.

The Caine Prize for African Writing has highlighted the brilliant literary talent coming out of Africa. Are you well-versed on the authors coming out of the continent? Take our quiz to find out. We’ll ...

Do you keep up with international news? This quiz will give you a chance to find out. The Interschool Quiz made its debut in 1993. It's a project of the Western Cape Branch of the South African ...

A strong sense of place can deeply influence a story, and in some cases, the setting can even feel like a character itself. This week’s literary geography quiz highlights the vibrant array of ...

Do you know your Niger from Nigeria? Your Libya from Liberia? Take our quiz to find out. Warning: you might learn some surprising facts about the second largest continent (not country!) in the world.

South Africa Quiz, Part 1 South Africa’s painful history has given way to social diversity, cultural celebration, and thriving wildlife. How much do you know about this 2010 World Cup host?

This week, Washington, D.C., plays host to the 2014 U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit. The event gives African leaders and their U.S. counterparts an opportunity to discuss the important issues of the day, ...

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The Christian Science Church, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The Church publishes the Monitor ...