The Nigerians learning to speak with British accents
For some Nigerians, the English language is not perfect unless spoken with a British accent.
1970-01-01 08:00
Rice Crisis In the Philippines Sounds a Global Inflation Alarm
Surging rice prices in the Philippines could be a warning sign for other major importers of the food
1970-01-01 08:00
Gabon coup: New PM tells BBC country should hold elections within two years
Raymond Ndong Sima, newly installed after a military coup, says it will take time to transition.
1970-01-01 08:00
G-20 Sees Risks to Long-Term Growth From ‘Cascading Crises’
Leaders of Group of 20 nations plan to warn that “cascading crises” pose challenges to long-term economic growth
1970-01-01 08:00
Germany’s KFW Offers €200 Million Loan for Eskom’s Transmission Grid
KFW, the German development bank, has offered a €200 million ($214 million) loan to South African power utility
1970-01-01 08:00
Tunisia Holds Rates With Reforms Needed for IMF Bailout in Limbo
Tunisia’s central bank kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged despite a pick-up in inflation, as political tensions hinder
1970-01-01 08:00
China Digs In on Ukraine and Climate Even in Xi’s G-20 Absence
China is emerging as a block on negotiations in the run-up to a meeting of Group of 20
1970-01-01 08:00
Indonesia, Brazil Demand Seat at EU’s Green Rules Implementation
Indonesia and Brazil led over a dozen countries in seeking a voice in the European Union’s implementation of
1970-01-01 08:00
Mali: At least 49 civilians reported dead in attack on river boat
National mourning is declared after jihadist attacks reportedly kill 49 civilians and 15 soldiers.
1970-01-01 08:00
Uganda's NDA found HIV drugs in meat but didn't issue warning
The National Drug Authority found anti-retrovirals in pork and chicken in 2014 but didn't tell the public.
1970-01-01 08:00
Kenya Expected to Buy Corn at Market Prices For First Time in Three Years
Kenya is expected to buy its first corn in three years at market prices, a departure from its
1970-01-01 08:00
Gabon coup leaders: Ousted President Ali Bongo now free
The decision follows pressure from regional bloc Eccas and neighbouring countries.
1970-01-01 08:00