How Much Hotter Is It In The Slums?
Researchers took temperature readings in Nairobi's biggest slum during the summer and compared it to readings from a weather station half a mile away. There definitely was a difference.
Africa
Mugabe Appears Defiant In Sunday's Televised Address
Zimbabwe's President Robert Mugabe vowed to keep leading the country, despite being removed from the leadership of the ruling party. Rachel Martin talks to journalist Jeffrey Barbee.
Kenya's Supreme Court Election Ruling Expected To Anger Opposition
The court threw out a challenge to the constitutionality of last month's re-do of the presidential election. This means Uhuru Kenyatta, who won re-election, will be sworn in as president.
Kenya's Supreme Court Affirms Re-Election Of Uhuru Kenyatta
A six-judge panel unanimously dismissed a pair of petitions challenging the Oct. 26 vote that was boycotted by the opposition led by rival Raila Odinga.
News Brief: Ala. Election Draws Near, Court Rules On Kenya's Election
Three Alabama newspapers urged voters not to elect GOP Senate candidate Roy Moore, who's accused of sexual misconduct. In Kenya, judges dismissed a pair of petitions challenging the Oct. 26 vote.
How Madagascar Took Control Of Its Plague Outbreak
An estimated 2,000 people fell ill and more than 170 died. But the latest news is that cases are dwindling.
Despite Military Pressure, Zimbabwe's Mugabe Refuses To Step Down
Zimbabwe's Robert Mugabe was expected to resign after nearly 40 years in power, but he didn't. NPR's Michel Martin speaks with the Washington Post's Kevin Sieff, about the next steps in the country.
Who is Emmerson Mnangagwa? Zimabawe Cautious Of Potential Next President
As Zimbabwe faces an uncertain future, one potential successor to President Robert Mugabe is the country's former vice president, Emmerson Mnangagwa. NPR's Michel Martin talks to reporter Michelle Faul about Mnangagwa's reputation and ambitions.
Post-Election Unrest In Kenya Also Stems From Tribe Tensions
Violence has been on the rise in Kenya on the eve of an important Supreme Court ruling about that country's presidential election.
Zimbabwe's Mugabe Ousted By Own Party, Refuses To Step Down
The near-four decade rule of Robert Mugabe appeared to be coming to an end after the ruling ZANU-PF party voted to remove him, but Mugabe appeared defiant in a Sunday evening televised address.