From the BBC World Service: Trade unions have led demonstrations in Nigeria, as the country grapples with an economic crisis. Also: There are concerns about the tactics used by companies offering loans via cell phone apps in Kenya.
The pros are betting the economy will improve this year, but what about everyday folks?
Where do voters turn for reliable information about local issues and politics when they have few news coverage options?
From the BBC World Service: Europe’s biggest low cost airline, Ryanair, is warning of a 10% rise in ticket prices this summer.
A survey of women ages 50 and up finds that rising costs are dragging down their personal economies.
Model Bethann Hardison reflects on how she experienced and helped inspire a shift in the world of modeling and fashion.
From the BBC World Service: Delays in funding from the U.S. and EU are weighing down confidence in Ukraine.
Is there more trouble ahead for banks with exposure to commercial real estate, or is the risk overblown?
U.S. carbon emissions dipped by 1.8% last year, but there’s still plenty of work to be done to reach climate goals.
From the BBC World Service: Tokyo’s main stock exchange closed at a record high on Thursday, beating a three-decade old record.
