Elections

Acting president Nicolas Maduro to face Henrique Capriles in fresh presidential election following Hugo Chavez's death.

Theresa May has set out her vision of the 'three pillars' of Conservatism at a conference on Tory strategy, fuelling rumours that she is preparing a bid to oust David Cameron.

Eastleigh by-election shows party can win, but commitment to a stronger and fairer economy is key to success, says former Lib Dem leader.

Deputy prime minister Uhuru Kenyatta appears to have narrowly clinched the presidential vote.

Raila Odinga to go to court if Uhuru Kenyatta is officially declared winner of the election in Kenya.

Fitch believes that structural reforms are not possible in the near future, given the present political uncertainty in Italy.

Maduro pledges loyalty to Hugo Chavez and appoints late leader's son-in-law Jorge Arreaza as vice-president.

Nelson Mandela's wife Graca Machel warns of high level of violence sweeping country.

Chavez's body to be embalmed and kept on permanent display in museum.

ECB President Mario Draghi says rules won't allow Bank to act unless formal request made by Italian government to both the European Union and the International Monetary Fund

Sex abuse victims single out frontrunner cardinals they say are guilty of cover-ups.

Former comedian Beppe Grillo's Five Star Movement stands firm on pledge not to support any administration.

Chavez's controversial legacy in Latin America is democratic socialism for the poor, says Gianluca Mezzofiore.

Hugo Chavez, known for bringing down poverty and raising living standards, was also an autocrat.

Vice-president Nicolas Maduro becomes interim leader after Chavez loses battle with cancer.

Markets open higher as traders await regional service-sector data amid eurozone finance ministers meet.

Mombasa Republican Council claims responsibility for deaths of officers on election day.

Markets open lower as traders consider the US sequester, Italian political concerns and Chinese property curbs.

One flight a day to emerging markets could boost UK's trade by about £1bn a year, says CBI.

Eight candidates in fray for president's post but main contenders are Prime Minister Raila Odinga and his deputy Uhuru Kenyatta.

Asian markets slip as speculations of tighter controls over the real estate sector in China dampen sentiments.

Ukip leader Nigel Farage says his party is prepared to talk about tough issues while others prefer to brush them under the carpet.

Zimbabwe President Robert Mugabe held a lavish birthday party costing about $600,000 (£400,000).

The Prime Minister has insisted the Conservatives will not adopt more right-wing policies after slumping into third place in the Eastleigh by-election.

Opposition leaders shun incoming secretary of state after US opposes election boycott.

Raila Odinga and Uhuru Kenyatta neck and neck in presidential elections.

Lib Dems, Ukip, Tories and Labour put a gloss on results but they all lost out in a way, argues Henry Hill.

Older half-brother will be independent candidate in Kenya's nationwide governor polls.

Lib Dem leader celebrates Mike Thornton's victory in Eastleigh with dig at coalition partner.

Education secretary Gove insists right is wrong, despite Ukip menace.