What Pope Francis Did — And Didn't — Say On His First Trip To Africa
He spoke about bribery, war, water and peace between Muslims and Christians — but stayed silent on gay rights.
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Pope Arrives In Nairobi On His First-Ever Trip to Africa
The pontiff is expected to address issues of religious tolerance, economic inequality and global warming while he travels through Kenya, Uganda and the war-torn Central African Republic.
A Pope's Visit May Bring Hope, But Does It Also Bring Change?
During a papal visit, the media swarm and security is intense. He speaks of issues that face the country. After he goes, is there any lasting legacy?
Happy #WorldToiletDay! Here's What It's Like To Live Without One
Walk to the stinky community toilet. Stand in line. Dance to keep from peeing. Curse the people inside for taking too long. Never go at night because predators lurk.
Why Didn't The World Say 'We Are All Kenyans' Last April?
Evans Wadongo of Kenya believes that the world pays more heed to terrorist victims in Europe than in Africa, but he hopes attitudes can change.
Kenyan Lawman Vows To Defeat Terrorism The Way He Fought Crime
Mohamud Saleh made his name by reducing crime in a lawless part of northeast Kenya. After an absence of more than a decade, he's returned to fight terrorism and argues the very same tactics will work.
Who Gnu? 2015 Wildebeest Migration Is Live On Video
The herds pound their way over open areas, but many migration watchers prize the sight of a large herd crossing water — and that was the case today.
He Had One Week To Make A Movie For The Slum Film Festival
The filmmaker is 21. He had to direct and star in a movie — his first movie, in fact. He was really, really stressed. Would he make the deadline?
When He Says Yoga Saved His Life, He's Not Exaggerating
A boy loses his father. A family loses its livelihood. The boy runs drugs and picks pockets so his siblings can eat. He is convinced he will die. And then ... he takes a yoga class.
Stop The Foreign Music! African Pop Stars Ask For Government Help
Musicians in Kenya want a law forcing radio stations to play 70 percent local music. Nigeria and South Africa have similar rules. But this kind of protectionism could backfire.