Nigeria's radical new tax regime aims to boost revenue and fund public services. But with a broken social contract and a vast informal sector, can the government win public trust? Analysis from Lagos.
Star fund manager Nick Train has invested over £200,000 in his struggling Finsbury Growth & Income Trust, boosting his stake to 5% ahead of a pivotal continuation vote on 15 January. Read the full analysis.
Exclusive report from Maseru: Trump's 2025 tariffs chill Lesotho's economy, causing layoffs and slashing growth forecasts. Women queue daily for scarce factory work as the vital US trade deal hangs in the balance.
Activists in Kinshasa rally to save the city's last central baobab, a century-old symbol of history, from developers. Can this 'soul of the city' be preserved?
A woman in her 20s and a baby were hospitalised after a hit-and-run on the A22 Godstone Road in Whyteleafe. Surrey Police appeal for witnesses and footage.
New PMI data shows UK firms face soaring costs from wages and energy, squeezing growth. Discover the outlook for business confidence and inflation in 2026.
James Cameron's Avatar: Fire and Ash surpasses $1bn at the global box office, defying sceptics and securing the future of the epic film series. Discover how the slow-burn success continues.
Nina Simone's North Carolina childhood home, saved from decay by four artists, is now restored. It will serve as a cultural hub, preserving the legacy of the music and civil rights icon.
Ben Lennard shares his journey with pornography addiction, which began in childhood and escalated in his 20s, damaging his mental health and relationships. More than half of UK therapists report a rise in similar cases.
Struggling to begin a new habit? Experts reveal how to start running, cooking, dating, therapy and 11 other activities. Learn the basics and take your first step today.
Archaeologists in Malawi uncover a 9,500-year-old cremation pyre, the oldest of its kind in Africa, revealing complex rituals of ancient hunter-gatherers. Read the full story.
A 39-year-old man faces charges for allegedly trespassing twice on the grounds of Kensington Palace, the occasional home of the Prince and Princess of Wales. Read the full police statement.
A man in his 80s was killed in a hit-and-run involving a Mercedes on the A289 in Gillingham. A third suspect from North London has been arrested. Police appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage.
Nadia Davids' novel 'Cape Fever' dissects the complex relationship between a mistress and her maid in modern Cape Town. Read our in-depth review of this powerful literary work.
Maddy, 24, and Luke, 26, discuss the pressures of being newlyweds, differing sex drives, and how marriage brought them new sexual freedom. Read their candid story.
The Central African Republic holds crucial elections on Sunday. President Faustin-Archange Touadéra seeks a third term, while opposition hopes to capitalise on public frustration. Read the latest on the vote's challenges.
Morocco's successful hosting of AFCON 2025 marks a dramatic shift in its African football standing, showcasing new stadiums and a nation reborn on the global stage. Discover the transformation.
As the African Union declares a Decade of Reparations, Britain faces growing calls for restorative justice from Caribbean and African nations. Will the UK engage or remain silent?
Allies of Donald Trump impose US visa bans on European figures behind the Digital Services Act and Online Safety Act, escalating a transatlantic battle over free speech and online harm.
A chance meeting with TV duo Ant and Dec inspired a Nottingham University chemistry student to ditch the lab and pursue a career in comedy. Discover how one night out altered his life's path.
RPG Taverns, a Dungeons & Dragons specialist venue in Elephant and Castle, is turning over up to £35k a month. Discover how fantasy role-play is reviving London's nightlife and offering a new model for socialising.
Discover the must-read books for 2026, featuring upcoming releases from African authors and the best of Black diaspora writing. Get expert picks from booksellers in Nigeria, Kenya, and the UK.
The Africa Cup of Nations will shift to a four-year cycle from 2028, a move backed by FIFA but feared by African federations reliant on its revenue. Explore the politics and financial implications.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have released a new family portrait and holiday video, offering the clearest glimpse yet of their children, Archie and Lilibet. See the festive images and details of their year.
Think you know your African football? Take our challenging Africa Cup of Nations quiz and test your knowledge on AFCON 2025 hosts, history, and legends. Can you score full marks?
UK trade unions warn the government against diluting health and safety regulations to boost growth, citing risks to worker safety and a potential race to the bottom. Read the full story.
Sky News investigation reveals how untrained South African men are allegedly lured into fighting for Russia in Ukraine. Families plead for their return as police probe grows.
Government-backed DLR extension to Beckton Riverside and Thamesmead will unlock 30,000 homes and 10,000 jobs, transforming two major Opportunity Areas. Read the full details.
Leading climate scientists argue that halting research into solar radiation modification is a dangerous mistake, especially for vulnerable African nations. Calls for transparent, global scientific inquiry.
Benin's government thwarts a military mutiny as Ecowas deploys troops. President Talon says situation is 'under control' after soldiers announced dissolution on state TV. Read the latest.