Monkey Knocks Out Power Across Kenya
A monkey took a fall right on top of a transformer at a power station. This tripped the transformer and caused a blackout. The monkey is fine, being cared for by the Kenya Wildlife Service.
Africa
The Party Of Nelson Mandela Struggles To Attract New Voters
South Africa has been a de facto one-party state since the end of apartheid in 1994. But the ruling African National Congress is losing support among South Africa's youth.
Was It Worth It For Lesotho To Sell Its Water To South Africa?
What happens when a country decides to sell its water then hits a drought? Our Planet Money team takes us to a country in Africa that might have given away its most valuable resource.
The Long Road Back From Boko Haram
How will 19-year-old Amina Ali Nkeki remake her life? The experiences of former captives suggest what might help — and what will not.
David Gilkey: What A Funny — And Deeply Caring — Photographer
The NPR staffers who worked with Gilkey pick a favorite photo and share some memories.
The Last Days Of Guinea Worm
The world has wiped out only one human disease: smallpox. Guinea worm disease looks like it's on the verge of being the second.
Jimmy Carter May Soon Get His 90th Birthday Wish: No More Guinea Worm
The former president tells why it's taken nearly 30 years to bring the Guinea worm to near extinction — and what's next on his agenda.
Ethiopian Runners Say They Face Discrimination
When Ethiopia barred its best distance runner from competing in the 2016 Olympics, many saw it as an act of ethnic discrimination. Another runner from the same ethnic group says he was exiled.
Quiz: Do You Know Enough About Africa To Win Big On 'Jeopardy!'?
How many countries are in Africa? 1, 15, 54 or 122? Take our beginner's quiz and test your knowledge of the second-largest continent in the world.
You've Never Met A Prom Queen Like This One
Her parents were in exile from South Africa. She went to an international school in Kenya. And she never expected to wear the tiara.