TikTok Barber's Unusual Tools: Shovels & Irons
Safari Martins, a Kenyan barber, has amassed millions of followers by cutting hair with shovels and irons. Discover how social media is transforming traditional trades in Africa.
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France Plans Social Media Ban for Under-15s
President Macron's government will propose a law to ban social media for under-15s and mobile phones in high schools from 2026, following Australia's lead. Read the full details.
Lamu: Kenya's Secret Celebrity Haven for UK Travellers
Discover the Lamu archipelago, Kenya's affordable celebrity hotspot with pristine beaches, winter sun, and easy access from the UK. Find out why stars from Clarkson to Campbell flock here.
Global Heroes of 2025: Stories of Courage and Activism
Meet the inspiring individuals from Kenya, Gaza, Sudan, and beyond who defied prejudice, violence, and injustice in 2025. Their stories of resilience offer a powerful beacon of hope.
Four killed in Kenya as elephant attacks spark protests
Protests erupt in Kenya after four people are killed by elephants in one week. Experts link the crisis to scarce vegetation and drought. Read the latest on the escalating conflict.
Kenya: Four killed in elephant attacks, protests erupt
Four people killed by roaming elephants in Kenya spark protests. Experts blame human-wildlife conflict driven by scarce vegetation and drought. Kenya Wildlife Service urges calm.
UK project turns Kenya tea waste into clean energy
A UK-funded initiative is helping Kenyan farmers convert tea waste into clean energy and biochar fertiliser, boosting sustainability and supporting the supply chain for Britain's favourite brew. Discover how innovation is tackling climate challenges.
Kenyan vet David Munyua's darts fairytale at World Championship
Kenyan vet David Munyua is the breakout star of the PDC World Darts Championship. Discover his £25k prize, 'Choo Choo' shirt meaning, and how he funds his trip. Read his incredible story.
Kenya's Rising Lakes Displace Thousands Amid Climate Crisis
Rising water levels in Kenya's Rift Valley lakes, driven by climate change, have submerged farms and settlements, displacing over 75,000 households. Read the full report on the unfolding environmental disaster.
Humphries' Kenya call after Munyua's stunning darts win
David Munyua's stunning World Darts Championship victory proves Luke Humphries was right about Kenyan talent. Discover how this win could spark a World Series event in Africa.
Kenya court to rule on luxury camp blocking wildebeest
A Kenyan court will proceed with a case against a $3,500-per-night Ritz-Carlton safari camp accused of blocking the iconic wildebeest migration in Maasai Mara. Read the latest.
Kenyan Safari Shows Conservation's Real-World Impact
A unique Kenyan safari reveals how tourism funds wildlife conservation, from elephant orphans fed goat's milk to empowering Indigenous Samburu women. See the journey.
Teens React to Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban
As Australia's pioneering social media ban for under-16s begins on 10 December, five teenagers share their mixed feelings on the 'delay' policy, its impact on connection, and what they believe the government should do instead.
British troops in Kenya accused of abuses and ecological damage
A Kenyan parliamentary inquiry alleges human rights violations, sexual abuse, and serious environmental destruction by the British Army Training Unit Kenya (Batuk). Read the full report and the UK's response.
Kenyans sue British Army over unsafe training conditions
Dozens of Kenyan labourers are taking legal action against the British Army, alleging dangerous work during exercises, including a lion mauling. Lawmakers accuse troops of misconduct.
800,000 UK nursery children on social media
Shocking analysis shows hundreds of thousands of children aged 3-5 are on social media. Experts warn of adult-targeted algorithms and call for urgent action to protect young minds.
Kenyan court declares seed sharing ban unconstitutional
A Kenyan high court has struck down laws banning farmers from sharing indigenous seeds, a major victory for food security and cultural rights. Discover the implications.
New Study Debunks Social Media Addiction Myth
New research reveals excessive social media use is often a habit, not an addiction. Discover the real impact on mental health and why so many feel hooked. Read the full story.
Study: Instagram use is habit, not addiction
New research finds excessive social media use is often a conditioned habit rather than a true addiction. Discover how this changes responsibility and what it means for UK teens.
Tom Hardy narrates Kenya's rhino conservation documentary
Tom Hardy narrates a documentary about Kenya's successful rhino conservation, where rangers protect them from poachers and each other. In cinemas 28 November.
Pioneering trial uses old drugs to fight newborn sepsis
A groundbreaking trial in Kenya is testing repurposed antibiotics to combat drug-resistant sepsis, responsible for 800,000 newborn deaths annually. Discover how this research could save lives.
Brit Soldier Fights Extradition in Kenyan Murder Case
Former British soldier Robert Purkiss denies murdering Agnes Wanjiru in Kenya, as extradition battle unfolds. Read the latest on this international legal dispute.
British ex-soldier denies 2012 Kenyan woman murder
Robert James Purkiss, a former British soldier, denies murdering Agnes Wanjiru in Kenya in 2012 as he fights extradition from a London prison. Read the latest on the case.
Ex-soldier denies Kenya murder in extradition fight
Robert Purkiss, a former British soldier, breaks his silence from a London prison to vehemently deny murdering Agnes Wanjuri in Kenya. Read the exclusive details of the diplomatic row and the fight for justice.
Influencers flee to UK over Australia social media ban
An Australian influencer family has relocated to the UK to circumvent Australia's proposed social media ban for children under 16, sparking debate about digital parenting and regulation.
Hellen Obiri storms to victory at NYC Half Marathon
Olympic champion Hellen Obiri delivers stunning final-mile performance to claim women's title at United Airlines NYC Half, while Kenya's Alexander Mutiso triumphs in men's race amid challenging conditions.
Kenya protests turn deadly as parliament stormed
Nairobi witnesses violent clashes as Kenyan youth lead nationwide demonstrations against new tax legislation, resulting in multiple fatalities and parliamentary breach.
Kenyan tricked into fighting for Putin reveals escape horror
Exclusive investigation reveals how impoverished Africans are being lured to Russia with false promises, only to be thrown into Ukraine's meatgrinder frontline
Quakers in Kenya: 400-year-old faith's African renaissance
Discover the remarkable journey of Quakerism from 17th century England to becoming one of Kenya's most influential Christian denominations with over 140,000 members today.
Australia considers social media ban for under-16s
The Australian government is debating a controversial proposal to ban social media access for children under 16, sparking intense debate about online safety versus digital rights.
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