Baltasar Engonga sacked after viral 'sex tape'

The dismissal decree was signed by Economic and Monetary Community of Central Africa (CEMAC) President Baltasar Engonga Edjo who is also Engonga's father.

By Bbc 1 year ago

Kenya's school floggings: The children suffering from a hidden epidemic

Corporal punishment in schools has a long history, dating back to colonial era. The State banned the practice in schools, but it has been harder to change people's attitudes.

By Bbc 2 years ago

Wagner boss Yevgeny Prigozhin feared dead after Russia plane crash

Wagner boss Yevgeny Prigozhin was on the passenger list of a jet which crashed killing all on board, Russia's civil aviation authority has said.

By Bbc 2 years ago

Elderly brutally caned, neglected at the PCEA's home for the aged

Secret filming shows staff members physically mistreating the elderly. They dump food onto tables without any plates, leaving medical conditions untreated

By Bbc 2 years ago

Poverty and jobs: Candidates misleading voters in Nigeria

World Bank researchers point out that assessing poverty trends in Nigeria has long been difficult due to changing methods of measurement. Nigeria has 71 million people in extreme poverty

By Bbc 3 years ago

UN climate summit begins with warning 'the planet is in distress'

President Ruto will deliver Africa's statement on climate change at the convention. Besides formal negotiations, there will be hundreds of events over two weeks.

By Bbc 3 years ago

Queen Elizabeth II to lie in state for four days before state funeral

The Queen will lie in state for four days before her funeral at Westminster Abbey on Monday, 19 September.

By Bbc 3 years ago

Queen Elizabeth II dead

Queen Elizabeth II, the UK's longest-serving monarch, has died at Balmoral aged 96, after reigning for 70 years.

By Bbc 3 years ago

Chepngetich now has Faith in breaking world record

Two-time world 1,500m champion Faith Chengetich Kipyegon arrived at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport just few minutes to midnight

By Bbc 3 years ago

Lost in translation: Reflections on racism, how Chinese online industry exploits African children

Today, if you type, 'Feizhou/' the Chinese word for 'Africa' into search bars on international social media platforms, you'll find these videos, even sometimes garnering millions of views.

By Bbc 3 years ago

Racism for sale: Investigation reveals racist videos of African children on sale in China

Video emerged of a group African children being instructed to chant phrases in Chinese. Ghana's vlogger Wode Maya made a scalding denunciation of the clip on his platform.

By Bbc 3 years ago

Why Sri Lankans are protesting on the streets

At the beginning of April, protests over rising prices of commodities and shortages flared up in the capital, Colombo. The protests have now spread across the country.

By Bbc 3 years ago

Not our war: African fleeing Ukraine

As they tried to escape the carnage, many Africans were treated like second class citizens.

By Bbc 3 years ago

Secret filming exposes filth in Kenya's transport sector

"Our roads are not safe. When someone leaves home, it is not a guarantee they will go back safe."

By Bbc 4 years ago

Life and times of Congolese singer, composer General Defao

Defao will be greatly remembered for his beautiful voice and dance rhythms that impressed many.

By Bbc 4 years ago

Nigeria and it’s unemployment crisis

In Nigeria, young people are facing a worrying rise in unemployment, the biggest on the African continent.

By Bbc 4 years ago

Why Thomas Tuchel will be popular in Chelsea dressing room

Former PSG coach is set to take over from Lampard at Stamford Bridge.

By Bbc 5 years ago

How Arteta has turned Arsenal’s form around

It was only 11 days ago that West Brom manager Sam Allardyce said he considered Arsenal a relegation rival.

By Bbc 5 years ago

British PM’s father goes for French citizenship

Senior Johnson, who voted to remain during the referendum in 2016, says he is seeking French citizenship as Brexit continues to divide his family

By Bbc 5 years ago

Seven ways to get through, and enjoy, Christmas on your own

If you are planning to give gifts, exchange them in advance and stay off social media to avoid Christmas posts.

By Bbc 5 years ago

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The weak link in thriving baby sale syndicate revealed

There are thousands of unwanted teenage pregnancies in Kenya every year.

By Bbc 5 years ago

Robinho’s rape case and Brazil's gender violence problem

On 10 October 1980, a group of Brazilian women congregated on the steps of São Paulo's historic municipal theatre to protest against the...

By Bbc 5 years ago

Covid-19: Chinese vaccine 'successful in mid-stage trials'

The announcement comes after two other vaccines reported successful data from large late-stage trials.

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Inside Nairobi’s baby buying ring

Investigation shows the racket involves trusted members of the community and health workers who target homeless women, poor and single mothers

By Bbc 5 years ago

How 'outdoor' design can create a better workspace

Now, many like Morgan see them as a necessary tool in fostering optimal work-from-home conditions.

By Bbc 5 years ago

Why wealthy Geneva is offering world’s largest minimum wage of Sh500k

The next test for voters will come later this month when the Swiss will decide on a “responsible business initiative”.

By Bbc 5 years ago

Crowd1: Get-rich-quick scheme that has left dozens in poverty

Having made a fortune for a handful of Europeans, the scheme has left behind a trail of debt and poverty in S.Africa, Kenya and Nigeria.

By Bbc 5 years ago

The stats: Lewis Hamilton VS Michael Schumacher

Looking through these lists of comparisons between the statistical achievements of the two drivers, the first impression is...

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Here dad: Secret to being a good father

A range of recent studies show how flexible parenting roles can be.

By Bbc 5 years ago

Pele releases a song about a football curse

The greatest footballer of all time (GOAT) just dropped a hot collab with Grammy winners Rodrigo y Gabriela.

By Bbc 5 years ago

Australian runner: Semenya is a woman, after all

Madeleine Pape weaved her way patiently through a crowded room in Botswana’s Gaborone Conference Centre. She was determined to catch up with...

By Bbc 5 years ago

Why Chelsea's Havertz could be the real deal

He has been called "the next Michael Ballack" and tipped to be a future superstar.

By Bbc 5 years ago

Is Lionel Messi actually worth breaking the bank for?

Manchester City are among the elite European teams investigating the possibility of making arguably the biggest signing of all time in Lionel Messi...

By Bbc 5 years ago

UCL: The rules players are following during 'final eight' in Lisbon

Uefa’s solution to a Champions League competition disrupted by the effects of the coronavirus pandemic is a...

By Bbc 5 years ago

How Nigerian coach is proving racists wrong in Albania

The first African coach to take a team to the European Champions League, Ndubisi Egbo of...

By Bbc 5 years ago

No end to Covid-19 webcam shortage

As Covid-19 lockdowns took effect around the world, millions turned to remote working and organising virtual hangouts with friends.

By Bbc 5 years ago

Who can qualify for Champions League, Europa League?

There is still much to be decided with regards to qualification for the two European club competitions as we head towards the...

By Bbc 5 years ago

TikTok deletes videos for flouting rules

The video-sharing app says it does not allow misinformation that could harm an individual’s health or public safety.

By Bbc 5 years ago

How African firms are adapting to Covid-19

One hair business has grown so much online that it has outsourced management of its website.

By Bbc 5 years ago

Five foods to boost your brainpower

Eating a healthy, balanced diet that includes these 10 everyday brain-boosting foods may help to keep your memory, concentration and focus as sharp as

By Bbc 5 years ago