Africa
Dangote opens record share sale in $2.1bn refinery offer
The month-long offer has already attracted interest from members of the public, with some investors using their savings to buy a stake in the facility.
BBC
Global Affairs
Body of missing runner found in South Africa
The body of Elizabeth Moselakgomo was identified by her relatives on Monday after it was discovered east of Johannesburg on Saturday.
Global Affairs
Hunter Biden: Joe Biden’s prostate cancer has spread to his bones
The 83-year-old former president revealed in May 2025 that he had been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer, less than four months after leaving the White House
Global Affairs
Matt Baugh steps up push to deepen Kenya-UK ties
Baugh’s activities since assuming office have therefore reflected a broad approach to diplomacy, combining government-to-government engagement with partnerships involving researchers, media, development organis...
Global Affairs
UK marines board Russian shadow fleet oil tanker in English Channel - PM Starmer
In an operation lasting six hours, Royal Marine Commandos and specially trained law enforcement officers from the National Crime Agency intercepted the vessel and, for the first time, boarded it, supported by t...
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BBC to fight Trump's $10 billion defamation lawsuit
The video that triggered the lawsuit spliced together two separate sections of Trump's speech on January 6, 2021 in a way that made it appear he explicitly urged supporters to attack the Capitol, where lawmaker...
Global Affairs
Leaked audio ties Sheikh Hasina to deadly Bangladesh protest crackdown
In the recording, Hasina is heard instructing security forces to shoot protesters on sight.
Global Affairs
BBC exposes child sexual abuse in South Africa’s illegal mines
According to campaigners, some children are forced into cheap labour, while others are trafficked for sexual exploitation.
Global Affairs
US court cuts Anas defamation award from $18m to $500
A New Jersey court ruled that the $18 million compensation was disproportionate and legally unsustainable.
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Four filmmakers linked to BBC’s 'Blood Parliament' exposé detained
The filmmakers are currently being held at Muthaiga and Pangani police stations in Nairobi.
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MP Bashir responds to controversial comments over ‘Blood Parliament’ expose'
Bashir's comments sparked a wave of criticism, with many Kenyans accusing MPs of downplaying the incident.
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Leaders decry rising repression, demand role in IEBC appointments
The leaders have demanded that President Ruto consult them before appointing new Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) officials.