Living with Nigeria's blackouts - six weeks, no powerpublished at 11:44 Greenwich Mean Time 2 November 2024
Large parts of Nigeria are experiencing power outages due to problems with the country's grid.
Read MoreLarge parts of Nigeria are experiencing power outages due to problems with the country's grid.
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Read MoreThey call it the Big Game. Somali influencers are taking part in clan-based battles on TikTok. A US student who spent thousands of dollars tells the BBC why she regrets ever getting involved. She felt addicted to the draw of defending her people and says she was later harassed by an influencer. The trend is taking Somali social media by storm but many are worried these games go beyond entertainment and are contributing to a toxic environment online.
Presenter: Jack Goodman Reporter: Bushra Mohamed Producer: Marta Pausilli Editor: Flora Carmichael
Runner-up Venâncio Mondlane uses social media to call for renewed protests against disputed election result.
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Read MoreAlleged protesters - many of whom appeared frail after weeks in detention - appeared in court on Friday.
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Read MoreA selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond.
Read MoreGaming is growing in Africa. As the continent’s booming youthful population get better access to smart phones and internet connectivity improves, so does its gaming scene.
Esports events are gaining traction too, with South Africa, Kenya, Morocco and Nigeria all hosting large tournaments showcasing Africa’s best gaming talent. We chat to Brian Khisa, a BBC reporter based in Nairobi, about why the scene is taking off, and how representative it is.
We’re also joined by Megan van der Westhuizen, a 21-year-old gamer based in South Africa, and 26-year-old Sylvia Gathoni (aka 'QueenArrow'), from Kenya. They share what it’s like to be pro gamers, and why they’re excited about the future.
Instagram: @bbcwhatintheworld WhatsApp: +44 0330 12 33 22 6 Email: whatintheworld@bbc.co.uk Presenter: Hannah Gelbart Producers: Mora Morrison and Hayley Clarke Editor: Verity Wilde
The impeached deputy president wanted to prevent the swearing in as he appeals against his removal.
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Read MoreSeveral women raped by paramilitary fighters in Gezira state have taken their own lives, activists say.
Read MoreThe practice of sending money to family in other countries - known as remittances - is widespread. The World Bank estimates that over $650 billion was sent to low- and middle-income countries in 2023. When it comes to the flow of money from the U.S. to African nations, some people use the term ”black tax.”
As costs are rising around the world, some people are saying it's becoming harder to afford to send money. And recently Kenyan influencer and comedian Elsa Majimbo reignited the long-running debate when she said on Instagram that she hated sending money abroad.
Two BBC journalists, Itoro Bassey in the United States and Makuochi Okafor in Nigeria, talk about their personal experiences of sending or receiving money. And they discuss the broader economic and cultural factors that underpin the issue.
We also hear a range of views from people who send money to relatives in Africa and some who receive it.
Instagram: @bbcwhatintheworld WhatsApp: +44 0330 12 33 22 6 Email: whatintheworld@bbc.co.uk Presenter: William Lee Adams Producers: Julia Ross-Roy, Hayley Clarke and Adam Chowdhury Editor: Verity Wilde
The next generation of Eritrean cyclists are aiming to emulate and surpass Biniam Girmay, who has attained several landmarks for Africa.
Read MorePolice say it is not the first time Divine Muheto has driven under the influence of alcohol.
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