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 Edwin Nyarangi and BBC 2 years ago
UN climate summit begins with warning 'the planet is in distress'
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 News 2 years ago
Queen Elizabeth II to lie in state for four days before state funeral
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 News 2 years ago
Queen Elizabeth II dead
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 Daniel adamson, BBC Africa eye 2 years ago
Chepngetich now has Faith in breaking world record
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 Runako Celina - BBC 2 years ago
Lost in translation: Reflections on racism, how Chinese online industry exploits African children
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 Africa Eye 2 years ago
Racism for sale: Investigation reveals racist videos of African children on sale in China
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 Winfrey Owino and BBC 2 years ago
Why Sri Lankans are protesting on the streets
Not our war: African fleeing Ukraine
As they tried to escape the carnage, many Africans were treated like second class citizens.
By BBC 2 years ago
Not our war: African fleeing Ukraine
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 Stephanie Wangari and BBC 2 years ago
Secret filming exposes filth in Kenya's transport sector
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 2 years ago
Life and times of Congolese singer, composer General Defao
Nigeria and it’s unemployment crisis
In Nigeria, young people are facing a worrying rise in unemployment, the biggest on the African continent.
By Stella Nasambu – BBC Smart Tech 3 years ago
Nigeria and it’s unemployment crisis
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 3 years ago
Why Thomas Tuchel will be popular in Chelsea dressing room
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 3 years ago
How Arteta has turned Arsenal’s form around
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 and Reuters 3 years ago
British PM’s father goes for French citizenship
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 3 years ago
Seven ways to get through, and enjoy, Christmas on your own
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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 Joel Gunter for BBC Africa Eye and Daniel Wesangul 4 years ago
The weak link in thriving baby sale syndicate revealed
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 Online 4 years ago
Robinho’s rape case and Brazil's gender violence problem
Covid-19: Chinese vaccine 'successful in mid-stage trials'
The announcement comes after two other vaccines reported successful data from large late-stage trials.
By BBC and Reuters 4 years ago
Covid-19: Chinese vaccine 'successful in mid-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 Daniel Wesangula and BBC Africa Eye 4 years ago
Inside Nairobi’s baby buying ring
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 4 years ago
How 'outdoor' design can create a better workspace
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 4 years ago
Why wealthy Geneva is offering world’s largest minimum wage of Sh500k
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 Daniel Wesangula and BBC 4 years ago
Crowd1: Get-rich-quick scheme that has left dozens in poverty
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...
By BBC 4 years ago
The stats: Lewis Hamilton VS Michael Schumacher
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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 4 years ago
Here dad: Secret to being a good father
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 4 years ago
Pele releases a song about a football curse
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 4 years ago
Australian runner: Semenya is a woman, after all
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 Online 4 years ago
Why Chelsea's Havertz could be the real deal
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 Online 4 years ago
Is Lionel Messi actually worth breaking the bank for?
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 4 years ago
UCL: The rules players are following during 'final eight' in Lisbon
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 Online 4 years ago
How Nigerian coach is proving racists wrong in Albania
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 4 years ago
No end to Covid-19 webcam shortage
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 4 years ago
Who can qualify for Champions League, Europa League?
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 4 years ago
TikTok deletes videos for flouting rules
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 4 years ago
How African firms are adapting to Covid-19
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 4 years ago
Five foods to boost your brainpower
Emirates to cut 9,000 jobs
Prior to the crisis, Emirates had 60,000 staff.
By BBC 4 years ago
Emirates to cut 9,000 jobs
Sports Court to decide Man City's fate tomorrow
Manchester City will learn tomorrow whether their appeal against a two-year ban from European club competitions has been...
By BBC Online 4 years ago
Sports Court to decide Man City's fate tomorrow
Brazilian goalkeeper Bruno carries guilt over kidnap, murder of former lover
Flamengo trailed Rio de Janeiro rivals Fluminense 2-0 in a Brazilian league game played on a warm...
By BBC 4 years ago
Brazilian goalkeeper Bruno carries guilt over kidnap, murder of former lover
Cycling: Is it time to say goodbye Froome?
Back in 2006, at the beginning of Chris Froome’s career, he came to a fork in the road on the Road World Championships time-trial course, seconds...
By BBC 4 years ago
Cycling: Is it time to say goodbye Froome?
If Rashford stuck to sport, a million children would be hungrier
It was on March 19 that Marcus Rashford first went on social media to highlight his fears about the impact that...
By Simon Stone, BBC Online 4 years ago
If Rashford stuck to sport, a million children would be hungrier