Also known as: the BBC · BBC Panorama
News organization that has conducted investigations into immigration fraud, AI-generated content, and asylum exploitation in the UK and globally.
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The Namibian
BBC revealed migrants instructed to obtain fake evidence for asylum claims
“Last month BBC News revealed how migrants whose visas are due to expire are being instructed how to obtain fake evidence, including supporting letters and photographs, to support asylum claims.”
Two people arrested for pretending to be gay as asylum seekers in the UKThe Namibian
BBC reported quote from security guard about anti-immigrant protests
“A security guard, who was unable to go to work because of the protest, told the BBC: "It's not what we expected as fellow Africans."”
Nigeria plans to repatriate nationals willing to leave South Africa after attacksThe Namibian
BBC has discovered migrants are falsely claiming to be victims of domestic abuse in order to stay in the country
“Migrants are falsely claiming to be victims of domestic abuse in order to stay in the country, a BBC investigation has discovered.”
Migrants making false domestic abuse claims to stay in UK, BBC investigation findsThe Namibian
BBC spoke with residents in Iran's capital and nearby city about their fears after Trump's threats
“Residents in Iran's capital, Tehran, and the nearby city of Karaj have told the BBC of their fears for the future after Trump's new threats to infrastructure.”
Iran warns of ‘devastating retaliation’ after Trump’s cursing threatsThe Namibian
BBC spoke to four eyewitnesses who saw children under 18 at checkpoints
“Despite a government-imposed internet outage in Iran, the BBC has spoken to four eyewitnesses who said they had seen children under the age of 18 at checkpoints in Tehran, the nearby city of Karaj, and the northern city of Rasht.”
Iran using children in security roles in war, reports and witnesses sayThe Namibian
The BBC identified 60 such accounts mainly on Instagram linked to paid sexually explicit content
“The BBC, working in collaboration with analysts Jeremy Carrasco and Angel Nulani from Riddance, has identified 60 such accounts, mainly on Instagram, that have carried links, or chains of links, to paid-for sexually explicit content on third-party sites.”
AI videos of sexualised black women removed from TikTok after BBC investigationNew Era
BBC did not have credentials renewed for its correspondents
“In December, local journalists working for Deutsche Welle were "permanently suspended", and the credentials of BBC correspondents were also not renewed.”
Ethiopia revokes independent news outlet’s licenceThe Namibian
BBC reported that Russian soldiers saw fellow troops executed on commanders' orders
“For the first time, the BBC believes, Russian soldiers from the front line say on the record how they witnessed commanders ordering executions of their own men.”
Russia soldiers tell BBC they saw fellow troops executed on commanders' ordersInformanté
the BBC reported Mountbatten-Windsor arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office
“ANDREW Mountbatten-Windsor, the younger brother of King Charles, has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office, the BBC reported on Thursday.”
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested over alleged misconduct linked to Jeffrey EpsteinThe Namibian
BBC spoke to Foreign Minister Musalia Mudavadi
“Speaking to the BBC, Foreign Minister Musalia Mudavadi called the practice "unacceptable and clandestine", and said Nairobi had shut down illegal recruiters and would urge Moscow to sign a deal banning the conscription of Kenyan soldiers.”
Kenya to confront Russia over ‘unacceptable' use of its nationals in combatThe European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control reports that gonorrhoea cases reached 106,331 in 2024 (a 303% increase since 2015) and syphilis cases rose to 45,557 (more than double since 2015), with widening gaps in testing and prevention cited as drivers of transmission.
24 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control reports that gonorrhoea cases reached 106,331 in 2024 (a 303% increase since 2015) and syphilis cases rose to 45,557 (more than double since 2015), with widening gaps in testing and prevention cited as drivers of transmission.
24 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Gunmen have kidnapped more than 50 children from three schools in the same town in north-eastern Nigeria, according to teachers and parents who spoke to the BBC.
19 May 2026 · Namibian Sun →
President Trump dismissed Iran's response to US proposals to end the war as "totally unacceptable." Iran's proposal, sent via Pakistan as mediator, included an immediate end to the war on all fronts, a halt to the US naval blockade of Iranian ports, guarantees against further attacks on Iran, compensation for war damage, and emphasis on Iranian sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz.
11 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Two people have been arrested following a BBC undercover investigation into immigration advisers helping asylum seekers pretend to be gay to remain in the UK. The investigation revealed migrants were being instructed to obtain fake evidence to support asylum claims, prompting the home office to launch enforcement action.
6 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Nigeria is planning to repatriate its nationals in South Africa willing to return home voluntarily, with 130 applicants already registered, as the foreign minister condemns recent attacks on foreigners and xenophobic rhetoric. Nigeria has summoned South Africa's acting high commissioner and says it will convey its "profound concern" about incidents including marches by anti-immigrant groups and documented mistreatment of Nigerian citizens and businesses.
4 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Cole Tomas Allen, 31, has been charged with attempting to assassinate US President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner in Washington DC on Saturday, along with two firearms offences. He was carrying a semi-automatic handgun, pump-action shotgun and three knives when he charged past a security checkpoint; a Secret Service agent was shot but not seriously wounded.
28 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Two Israeli soldiers—one who struck a Jesus statue with a sledgehammer in Lebanon and another who photographed the incident—will each receive 30 days of military detention.
28 April 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Cole Tomas Allen, a 31-year-old from Torrance, California, was arrested after shots were fired inside the Washington Hilton during the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday night. Law enforcement officials said he told them he wanted to shoot officials in the Trump administration, and preliminary findings suggested he was targeting administration officials "likely" including President Donald Trump.
27 April 2026 · The Namibian →
The world's largest condom maker, Karex, says it will raise prices by up to 30% or more if the Iran conflict continues to disrupt supplies of raw materials like ammonia and silicone-based lubricants that rely on oil. The disruption to the Strait of Hormuz has also driven up costs for air fares, fertilizers, helium, and other goods globally.
22 April 2026 · The Namibian →
A BBC investigation has discovered that some migrants are making false domestic abuse claims to secure permanent residence in the UK faster than through other routes, exploiting inadequate Home Office checks. The number of applications for fast-track residency via the domestic abuse concession has risen by more than 50% in three years to over 5,500 annually, with some unregistered advisers charging fees to fabricate claims and help migrants game the system.
16 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Mohamed Suleiman, a journalist trapped in Sudan's el-Fasher for three years by a communications blackout during the civil war, finally reached Port Sudan in January and reconnected with the world. His account documents systematic killings, famine conditions, and the inability of the international community to stop the fighting or provide adequate humanitarian aid.
15 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Iran has warned of "much more devastating" retaliation if civilian targets are attacked, after US President Donald Trump threatened on Sunday to strike Iranian infrastructure including power plants and bridges unless the Strait of Hormuz is reopened by Tuesday. Iranian civilians in Tehran and Karaj have expressed fears and begun stockpiling supplies in response to the threats.
6 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Iran is deploying children as young as 12 in security roles including checkpoints and patrols, a practice confirmed by eyewitness accounts and highlighted by an 11-year-old's death at a checkpoint in Tehran. Human rights organisations say the recruitment programme violates international law and constitutes war crimes when children under 15 are involved.
1 April 2026 · The Namibian →
US President Trump has suggested the possibility of seizing or blockading Iran's Kharg Island, which processes 90% of Iran's crude oil exports, as leverage to pressure Iran over the Strait of Hormuz. The US struck military targets on the island in March while deliberately preserving oil infrastructure, though Pentagon preparations for a potential ground operation remain under consideration.
30 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Iran's parliament speaker warned that Iranian forces were "waiting for American soldiers" as 3,500 additional US troops arrived in the Middle East, threatening to "rain fire" on any forces attempting to enter Iranian territory. The deployment comes amid reports that the Pentagon is preparing for potential ground operations in Iran, though US officials have not confirmed whether troops will be deployed.
30 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Aboubacar Sidiki Diakité, convicted of crimes against humanity for his role in Guinea's 2009 stadium massacre that killed more than 150 people and resulted in at least 109 rapes, has died in custody while serving a 10-year sentence. His death has prompted concerns in Guinea about unresolved justice and accountability for past abuses.
27 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Global conflict and shipping disruptions threaten fuel supply and prices, prompting analysts and government officials to warn Namibians against panic buying and illegal fuel storage, which could create fire hazards, environmental damage and market distortions. Namibia is particularly vulnerable as it imports all refined petroleum products, and rising fuel costs are expected to increase transport, food and operating costs across the economy.
26 March 2026 · The Namibian →
TikTok has removed 20 accounts after the BBC and researchers found dozens of unlabelled AI-generated videos of highly sexualised black female avatars on social media platforms, many linking to explicit content sites. Critics say the trend perpetuates racist exploitation and stereotypes of black women through exaggerated depictions and race-based terminology.
23 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The Confederation of African Football has overturned the 2025 Afcon final result and declared Morocco winners 3-0 after Senegal's players temporarily refused to play during the match on 18 January, citing Article 82 of the competition regulations. Senegal, who had won the match 1-0, says it will appeal the decision at the Court of Arbitration for Sport, calling it "unfair" and "unprecedented."
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
As the US and Israel continue attacking Iran since 28 February, young Iranians in Tehran are sheltering at home, adjusting sleep schedules around bombings, and some fleeing to safer regions ahead of Nowruz. With government-imposed internet outages, residents are using Starlink devices at high cost and legal risk to maintain contact with loved ones, though connectivity remains severely limited.
12 March 2026 · The Namibian →
China has announced an annual economic growth target of 4.5–5%, the lowest since 1991, as it faces domestic challenges including weak consumption, a shrinking population, and property crisis, alongside global trade tensions and energy pressures. The target, released during China's "two sessions" political gathering, signals a shift to more flexible goals while Beijing pursues investments in innovation, green energy, and efforts to boost household consumption.
5 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Almost three years into Sudan's conflict between the military-led government and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, a recent commercial flight to Khartoum signals potential normalcy, but the underlying causes of the war remain unresolved. Both sides view the conflict as existential, foreign powers continue supplying weapons, and analysts warn that without comprehensive mediation addressing root causes—including demilitarisation, constitutional reform, and accountability for war crimes—the conflict could drag on for decades and potentially splinter the nation.
5 March 2026 · The Namibian →
One person was killed and 11 injured at Dubai and Abu Dhabi airports after Iran launched ballistic missiles and drones across the Middle East in response to ongoing US and Israeli attacks. The strikes caused widespread damage to airports, hotels, and ports, forcing thousands of flights to be grounded in one of the largest travel disruptions since COVID-19.
2 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, 86, who ruled Iran for three decades, has been killed during the first day of massive US and Israeli air strikes on Iran, as announced by US President Donald Trump and confirmed by Iranian state TV. His death marks a significant and uncertain turning point for Iran and the wider region.
1 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Ethiopia's Media Authority revoked the licence of independent online outlet Addis Standard on 24 February, citing violations of media ethics and endangerment of national interests. The action is part of a broader crackdown on press freedom ahead of legislative elections in June, with journalists from Reuters, Deutsche Welle, and BBC also having credentials denied or not renewed in recent months.
26 February 2026 · New Era →
Four Russian soldiers have told the BBC they witnessed commanders executing fellow troops for refusing orders, subjecting resisters to torture and starvation, and conducting waves of mass assaults they describe as suicide missions with devastating casualties.
24 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky has told the BBC that Vladimir Putin has already started World War Three and must be stopped through intense military and economic pressure, rejecting Russian demands for territorial concessions as abandonment of Ukrainian people and positions. Zelensky argues that a ceasefire allowing Putin to recover would only delay further conflict, and insists that Ukraine's victory depends on restoring its independence and borders, though he acknowledges this requires time, weapons support from Western partners, and security guarantees.
23 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, King Charles's younger brother, has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office following scrutiny over his past association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and allegations he may have passed confidential government documents to him. Mountbatten-Windsor, 66, has consistently denied wrongdoing and expressed regret over their friendship.
19 February 2026 · Informanté →
Delcy Rodríguez, the new Venezuelan leader, faces pressure from US President Trump while maintaining support from her socialist base. She has agreed to oil deals with the US while continuing anti-imperialist rhetoric to keep her Chavista coalition intact, though analysts say she retains some leverage over Trump through his need to present Maduro's removal as successful.
18 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Donald Trump said he will be "indirectly" involved in talks between Iran and the United States over Iran's nuclear programme, which are due to begin in Geneva. The talks follow repeated military threats and a US military build-up in the Middle East, with Iran's Foreign Minister saying a deal must not involve "submission before threats."
17 February 2026 · The Namibian →