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Kenya: Public Transport Federation Ends Fuel Strike Following State House Talks

22 May 2026

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Federation of Public Transport Sector (FPTS), including the Matatu Owners Association, on Friday called off the nationwide fuel strike following a high-level meeting with President William Ruto at State House Mombasa. [...]

Africa: All of Africa Today - May 22, 2026

22 May 2026

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Sudan: RSF 'To Cut Flow of Oil Unless Sudan Army Drone Strikes Cease'

22 May 2026

[Dabanga] Nyala / Ed Daein / Kauda / Babanussa -- The advisor to Rapid Support Forces (RSF) commander Mohammed Hamdan 'Hemedti' Dagalo, El Basha Tebeig, has threatened what he described as a "decisive action" regarding the flow of oil if attacks by drones continue. Drones launched by the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) carried out strikes on Tuesday and Wednesday targeting Kauda in South Kordofan, El Daein in East Darfur, and Babanusa in West Kordofan, resulting in deaths and injuries. [...]

Kenya: Mudavadi Warns Kenyans to Prepare for Tougher Times Ahead

22 May 2026

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi Musalia has urged Kenyans to brace themselves for tougher economic and social challenges in the coming days, saying it is important for the government to communicate openly with the public. [...]

Uganda: Katonga Reconstruction Enters Final Stretch As Asphalt Works Begin On Kampala-Masaka Highway

22 May 2026

[Nile Post] Motorists using the busy Kampala-Masaka Highway are being urged to prepare for temporary traffic delays after the Ministry of Works and Transport announced the start of asphalt-laying works on the new Katonga bridge road approaches, signalling that the long-awaited reconstruction project is entering its final stages. [...]

Kenya: Ruto Promises Urgent Minimum Fare Rules for Ride-Hailing Taxis Amid Fuel Crisis

22 May 2026

[Capital FM] NAIROBI, Kenya, May 22-President William Ruto has pledged urgent implementation of minimum fare regulations for digital taxis operating under ride-hailing applications as the government moves to cushion transport operators from the ongoing fuel crisis. [...]

South Africa: FlySafair Defends Flight Overbooking - South African News Briefs - May 22, 2026

22 May 2026

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Congo-Kinshasa: Uganda Suspends DR Congo Flights, Cross-Border Flea Markets and Transport

22 May 2026

[Nile Post] Uganda has suspended flights, border transport and weekly markets in high-risk border districts after confirming two imported Ebola cases linked to the outbreak in eastern DR Congo, as authorities move to prevent a repeat of the deadly 2023 epidemic response delays. [...]

Nigeria: Energy, Transport Pushing Up Cement Prices - Bua's Rabiu

22 May 2026

[Vanguard] The Chairman of BUA Cement Plc, Abdul Samad Rabiu, has blamed the skyrocketing prices of cement in Nigeria on energy and transport costs. [...]

Uganda: Sexual Harassment Still Pervasive in Media Workplaces, Global Study Finds

22 May 2026

[Nile Post] A new global study involving more than 2,800 media professionals across 21 countries has found that sexual harassment remains widespread in newsrooms, with many victims still unwilling to report abuse due to fear, mistrust, and weak institutional responses. [...]

Africa: Africa Day Is a Call to Business, Not Just Governments

22 May 2026

[Namibian] Every year on May 25, Africa Day provides us with a moment to pause and reflect on the kind of continent we are building. But this is not a question for governments nor for development banks alone, it is one that every business that operates on the African soil should be asking. [...]

Ghana: BoG Maintains Policy Rate At 14 Percent Amid Strong Macroeconomic Stability, Global Uncertainty

22 May 2026

[Ghanaian Times] The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Bank of Ghana (BoG) has maintained the Monetary Policy Rate at 14 per cent, citing strong macroeconomic stability and broadly balanced risks to inflation and growth. [...]

Nigeria: Lascopa Raises Alarm Over Adulterated Palm Oil Across Lagos Markets

22 May 2026

[Vanguard] The Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency, LASCOPA, has raised concerns over the circulation of adulterated palm oil in Lagos markets following reports of contaminated products being sold to consumers. [...]

South Africa: Fitch Affirms Eskom Credit Rating

22 May 2026

[SAnews.gov.za] Credit rating agency Fitch has affirmed Eskom's Local-Currency Issuer Default rating at 'B' with a stable outlook. [...]

Uganda: WWF Calls for Greater Investment in Uganda's Wildlife Corridors

22 May 2026

[Nile Post] The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) has launched a new Wildlife Corridor Report, calling for stronger investment in Uganda's conservation landscapes and greater recognition of the ecological, economic, and cultural importance of wildlife corridors. [...]

Liberia: Capo Begins Rural Electrification Project in Carbadae Communities

22 May 2026

[New Dawn] Monrovia -- The Carbadae Apoliebo Organization (CAPO) has launched the first phase of a major rural electrification initiative, aiming to improve access to lighting, education, and security across several communities in the Carbadae area of Wacaba Statutory District. [...]

Liberia: Former Ethiopian Prime Minister Seeks Investment in Liberia

22 May 2026

[New Dawn] Monrovia -- Former Ethiopian Prime Minister Tamrat Layne Admassu has engaged the Liberian government in discussions to strengthen bilateral relations and expand investment opportunities in Liberia. [...]

Nigeria: Court Grants Malabu Leave to Seek Judicial Review Over OPL 245 Split

22 May 2026

[Premium Times] A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted Malabu Oil & Gas Limited permission to seek a judicial review against the Federal Government over the alleged division and reallocation of OPL 245 to major oil firms and the NNPC. [...]

Liberia: PUL Prez. Urges Stronger Media Focus On Energy Sector Reporting

22 May 2026

[Liberian Observer] The President of the Press Union of Liberia (PUL), Julius Kanubah, has called on journalists to prioritize reporting on the country's energy sector, describing it as a critical area of public interest that directly affects national development and citizens' daily lives. [...]

Liberia: Liberia to Benefit From China's Zero-Tariff Policy

22 May 2026

[Liberian Observer] Liberia is set to benefit from China's newly implemented zero-tariff policy for African partners following high-level talks in Beijing on May 19, 2026, where both countries agreed to deepen cooperation across trade, agriculture, infrastructure, and multilateral diplomacy. [...]

Liberia: 'Rubber Crisis Could Undermine Liberia's Industrial Future'

22 May 2026

[Liberian Observer] The former Minister of Education has warned that growing pressure on Liberia's rubber supply chain could undermine jobs, industrial expansion, and the country's long-term economic transformation if urgent corrective actions are not taken. [...]

Tanzania: MPs Warn Against Diversion of Road Funds

22 May 2026

[Daily News] Dodoma -- MEMBERS of Parliament have urged the government to protect Road Fund revenues and ensure contractors are paid on time, warning that delays could slow infrastructure projects and weaken economic growth. [...]

Nigeria: Tinubu's Reforms Reviving Mining Sector, Attracting New Investments - Minister

22 May 2026

[Premium Times] The solid minerals minister says ongoing reforms in the mining sector are attracting investments in lithium processing, gold refining and local mineral value addition as the government intensifies efforts against illegal mining. [...]

Nigeria: Weak Transport Infrastructure May Derail $3.4trn AfCFTA Market Gains - Stakeholders

22 May 2026

[Leadership] Stakeholders have warned that weak and costly transport links across Africa threaten to derail the economic gains promised by the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), which offers access to a single market of 1.4 billion people and a combined GDP of more than $3.4 trillion. [...]

Nigeria: $600m Lithium Plant, $200m Facility Signal Surge in Mining Value-Addition, Says Minister

22 May 2026

[Leadership] Nigeria's mining sector is drawing significant private investment as the federal government pushes local processing and industrialisation, Solid Minerals Minister Dele Alake said on Thursday. [...]

US deepens European uncertainty with deployment of 5,000 troops to Poland

22 May 2026

Erratic US policy moves leave European NATO partners increasingly unclear about which areas they should prioritise. [...]

Lebanon’s economy struggles under renewed war and global fuel crisis

22 May 2026

Lebanon's ongoing war and financial crises threaten to render the nation economically unviable, experts warn. [...]

US raises threat of military action against Cuba

22 May 2026

Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Cuba poses a national security threat. [...]

Japan’s World Cup 2026 team preview: Players to watch, group, squad

22 May 2026

Japan have beaten Germany, Brazil, England and Spain since 2022, but may struggle to sustain a genuine title push. [...]

Iran war day 84: US-Iran talks advance amid mediation push

22 May 2026

US and Iran continue mediated talks, exchanging draft proposals aimed at reaching a formal agreement. [...]

Monfils warms up for final French Open with star-studded farewell party

22 May 2026

The evening blended tennis, music and tributes to celebrate his two-decade journey on the professional tour. [...]

Two-time NASCAR champ Kyle Busch dies at 41 after ‘severe illness’

22 May 2026

Busch was in his 22nd full-time season in NASCAR's top division, where he won two Cup Series titles in 2015 and 2019. [...]

Knicks move two wins from the NBA Finals with 109-93 victory over the Cavs

22 May 2026

New York Knicks use an explosive third quarter to take a 2-0 lead over Cleveland in the NBA Eastern Conference finals. [...]

Thousands attend funeral prayers for San Diego mosque attack victims

22 May 2026

More than 2,000 people gathered for Islamic funeral prayers in San Diego for three men killed in mosque attack [...]

Turkish opposition leader vows to stay after court ousts him

22 May 2026

Turkiye’s main opposition leader Ozgur Ozel has vowed not to leave party headquarters. [...]

US pausing $14bn arms sale to Taiwan due to Iran war, navy chief says

22 May 2026

Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao's remarks come as US President Donald Trump gives mixed signals on the sale. [...]

Malaysia orders TikTok to address ‘defamatory’ content about king

22 May 2026

Watchdog instructs social media giant to strengthen moderation following circulation of 'grossly offensive' content. [...]

Caitriona Graham recounts violent treatment after Gaza flotilla raid

22 May 2026

Irish activist Caitriona Graham recounts violent treatment after Gaza flotilla raid [...]

Greenlanders protest opening of new US consulate in Nuuk

22 May 2026

Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in Nuuk as the United States opened a new consulate in Greenland’s capital. [...]

Turkish court ousts leader of main opposition party

22 May 2026

Ankara court overturns results of leadership election won by Republican People's Party head Ozgur Ozel. [...]

US Senate pushes back against Trump’s $1.8bn ‘anti-weaponisation’ fund

22 May 2026

The Senate delayed a vote on immigration enforcement funds in a rare show of dissent ahead of its Memorial Day recess. [...]

Iran war live: Signs of progress amid efforts to reach US-Iran peace deal

22 May 2026

A new opinion poll in the US suggests that 60 percent of Americans now oppose President Donald Trump's war on Iran. [...]

US says it has not changed its stance on sanctioning Francesca Albanese

21 May 2026

The Trump administration had sanctioned the UN expert for her criticism of Israel's policies towards Palestinians. [...]

Over 2,000 gather in San Diego to mourn three men killed in mosque attack

21 May 2026

The three men killed in the shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego were remembered as heroes at the memorial. [...]

At least 16 people killed in two attacks in northern Honduras

21 May 2026

One attack involved a police raid, while the other took place on a palm farm, killing rural labourers. [...]

Board of Peace envoy warns ‘permanent’ Gaza divide under current status quo

21 May 2026

UN Security Council urged to press for Israeli obligations and Hamas disarmament under Gaza 'ceasefire' roadmap. [...]

Ronaldo scores twice to seal Saudi Pro League at last with Al-Nassr

21 May 2026

Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo leads Al-Nassr to Saudi Pro League title in last game before World Cup 2026. [...]

Ebola treatment hospital burned down in DRC as outbreak spreads

21 May 2026

Protesters set a hospital on fire in the Democratic of Congo, as authorities struggle to contain an Ebola outbreak. [...]

NYC launches lottery for $50 World Cup football tickets

21 May 2026

New York City is launching a lottery for 1,000 discounted World Cup tickets priced at $50. [...]

Flotilla activists recount Israeli violence as they arrive in Turkiye

21 May 2026

Activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla arrived in Istanbul on Thursday and described Israeli violence. [...]

Green by-elections may cost up to £250,000

22 May 2026

A number of Green councillors are ineligible to take up elected positions, leading to by-elections. [...]

Busiest Tube, Overground and DLR stations revealed

22 May 2026

Tottenham Court Road is the busiest London Underground station, Transport for London figures show. [...]

'I'm conquering my fear of water by learning to swim'

22 May 2026

Deputy mayor Mete Coban said falling into six feet of water as a child left him fearful of swimming. [...]

Late Queen's fashion exhibit extended due to high demand

22 May 2026

The show about Queen Elizabeth II's life and style sold out within weeks of opening, organisers say. [...]

Former Green Party by-election candidate apologises for sharing 'false flag' post

22 May 2026

The Green Party had announced Chris Kennedy withdrew as candidate for "personal and family reasons". [...]

Andrew formally criticised over Freedom of City row

21 May 2026

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor fails to respond to a letter inviting him to relinquish the Freedom of London. [...]

'It keeps me in touch with life': The London artist still working at 103

21 May 2026

Anthony Eyton, from Brixton, is preparing for this year's Royal Academy Summer Exhibition. [...]

Terrorism, wildfires and battery blazes - fire chief on LFB's challenges

21 May 2026

Jonathan Smith says the brigade is having to adapt as it faces new threats in the capital. [...]

Olympic village 'tainted' by unsellable flats

19 May 2026

High service charges and fire safety issues leave many in Stratford's East Village unable to sell up. [...]

Disabled man 'rotting' on a hospital ward - despite being fit to go home

19 May 2026

Ravi Mehta says his care could be terminated if he self-discharged. His NHS care board says its decisions have not been driven by costs. [...]

Kylie Minogue says cancer experience 'still with me'

19 May 2026

The Australian singer is opening up in a new documentary series looking back at her career. [...]

Instant AI answers can trivialise human intelligence, warns Royal Observatory

18 May 2026

Paddy Rodgers said the Observatory's rich history showed the power of human knowledge and the need to avoid "dependence" on AI. [...]

RHS Chelsea: What happens after the flower show?

16 May 2026

It's not all chucking the remnants on the compost heap and packing up pots - how the gardens live on. [...]

Would you give up your seat on the Tube for me?

17 May 2026

BBC Radio London's Saadeya Shamsuddin reflects on the reality of travelling London's transport network while pregnant. [...]

London Tube strikes: What you need to know

18 May 2026

London Underground drivers who are RMT members are due to strike in early June over working hours. [...]

Why has London got a cable car and who uses it?

15 May 2026

It was designed to help commuters but now it's one of London's top tourist attractions - why? [...]

I was sexually assaulted by an imam. He told me he had supernatural powers

14 May 2026

Abdul Halim Khan would tell young girls they needed "curing" from "bad spirits". The BBC has spoken to two of his victims about their experiences. [...]

How did Banksy put up a statue in central London?

1 May 2026

The sculpture depicts a suited man walking forward off a plinth while carrying a flag that covers his face. [...]

Fans line streets to mark Bromley FC's promotion

4 May 2026

An open-top bus parade is held to mark the club's historic achievement. [...]

Your Voice – on your local BBC

17 February 2026

Tell your local BBC team about the issues you would like to see them investigate. [...]

Foden, Palmer, Alexander-Arnold to miss World Cup

22 May 2026

Phil Foden, Cole Palmer and Trent Alexander-Arnold have not been included in Thomas Tuchel's 26-man England squad for this summer's World Cup. [...]

Haaland and Odegaard head Norway World Cup squad

21 May 2026

Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard is named captain of Norway's 26-man squad for this summer's World Cup. [...]

How Palmer and Foden lost ruthless Tuchel's battle for number 10 roles

21 May 2026

Two years ago Phil Foden and Cole Palmer were England's future. Now, they cannot even get into the squad amid fierce rivalry for the number 10 role. [...]

'The first in my lifetime' - Arsenal fans rejoice after shedding 'bottlers' tag

20 May 2026

Arsenal fans young and old celebrate winning the Premier League title after three consecutive second-placed finishes. [...]

Tuima to leave Quins after seven years

21 May 2026

England centre Lagi Tuima will leave Harlequins Women at the end of the season, after seven years at the club. [...]

Markets digest bank earnings after recent turmoil

14 April 2023

Still haven't filed your taxes? Here's what you need to know

14 April 2023

So far this tax season, the IRS has received more than 90 million income tax returns for 2022. [...]

Retail spending fell in March as consumers pull back

14 April 2023

Spending at US retailers fell in March as consumers pulled back amid recessionary fears fueled by the banking crisis. [...]

Analysis: Fox News is about to enter the true No Spin Zone

14 April 2023

This is it. [...]

Silicon Valley Bank collapse renews calls to address disparities impacting entrepreneurs of color

13 April 2023

When customers at Silicon Valley Bank rushed to withdraw billions of dollars last month, venture capitalist Arlan Hamilton stepped in to help some of the founders of color who panicked about losing access to payroll funds. [...]

Not only is Lake Powell's water level plummeting because of drought, its total capacity is shrinking, too

21 March 2022

Lake Powell, the second-largest human-made reservoir in the US, has lost nearly 7% of its potential storage capacity since 1963, when Glen Canyon Dam was built, a new report shows. [...]

These were the best and worst places for air quality in 2021, new report shows

22 March 2022

Air pollution spiked to unhealthy levels around the world in 2021, according to a new report. [...]

Big-box stores could help slash emissions and save millions by putting solar panels on roofs. Why aren't more of them doing it?

20 March 2022

As the US attempts to wean itself off its heavy reliance on fossil fuels and shift to cleaner energy sources, many experts are eyeing a promising solution: your neighborhood big-box stores and shopping malls. [...]

Look of the Week: Blackpink headline Coachella in Korean hanboks

18 April 2023

Bringing the second day of this year's Coachella to a close, K-Pop girl group Blackpink made history Saturday night when they became the first Asian act to ever headline the festival. To a crowd of, reportedly, over 125,000 people, Jennie, Jisoo, Lisa and Rosé used the ground-breaking moment to pay homage to Korean heritage by arriving onstage in hanboks: a traditional type of dress. [...]

Scientists identify secret ingredient in Leonardo da Vinci paintings

30 March 2023

"Old Masters" such as Leonardo da Vinci, Sandro Botticelli and Rembrandt may have used proteins, especially egg yolk, in their oil paintings, according to a new study. [...]

How Playboy cut ties with Hugh Hefner to create a post-MeToo brand

11 April 2023

Hugh Hefner launched Playboy Magazine 70 years ago this year. The first issue included a nude photograph of Marilyn Monroe, which he had purchased and published without her knowledge or consent. [...]

'A definitive backslide.' Inside fashion's worrying runway trend

6 April 2023

Now that the Fall-Winter 2023 catwalks have been disassembled, it's clear one trend was more pervasive than any collective penchant for ruffles, pleated skirts or tailored coats. [...]

Michael Jordan's 1998 NBA Finals sneakers sell for a record $2.2 million

12 April 2023

In 1998, Michael Jordan laced up a pair of his iconic black and red Air Jordan 13s to bring home a Bulls victory during Game 2 of his final NBA championship — and now they are the most expensive sneakers ever to sell at auction. The game-winning sneakers sold for $2.2 million at Sotheby's in New York on Tuesday, smashing the sneaker auction record of $1.47 million, set in 2021 by a pair of Nike Air Ships that Jordan wore earlier in his career. [...]

The surreal facades of America's strip clubs

6 March 2023

Some people travel the world in search of adventure, while others seek out natural wonders, cultural landmarks or culinary experiences. But French photographer François Prost was looking for something altogether different during his recent road trip across America: strip clubs. [...]

Here's the real reason to turn on airplane mode when you fly

7 April 2023

We all know the routine by heart: "Please ensure your seats are in the upright position, tray tables stowed, window shades are up, laptops are stored in the overhead bins and electronic devices are set to flight mode." [...]

'I was up to my waist down a hippo's throat.' He survived, and here's his advice

12 April 2023

Paul Templer was living his best life. [...]

They bought an abandoned 'ghost house' in the Japanese countryside

10 April 2023

He'd spent years backpacking around the world, and Japanese traveler Daisuke Kajiyama was finally ready to return home to pursue his long-held dream of opening up a guesthouse. [...]

Relaxed entry rules make it easier than ever to visit this stunning Asian nation

31 March 2023