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By Basillioh Rukanga A baby hippo found desperately nudging its dead mother at a lake in Kenya over the weekend is now being hand-reared at a wildlife sanctuary after being rescued. The calf, which has been named Bumpy, was “just days old” when it became orphaned, according to Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, a charity whose keepers […]
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There is something quietly historic about Venice in 2026. The canals and palazzi that have hosted the world’s most prestigious art gathering for over 130 years are now, more than ever before, reverberating with African voices: on the walls, in the pavilions, and in the conversations that unfold between them. The 61st International Art Exhibition […]
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A young triathlete from DR Congo has launched an ambitious cycling journey to promote peace and unity across Africa. This story is written and edited by the Global South World team 23-year-old Miguel Masaisai set off from Goma as part of his “Pedalling for Peace” initiative, aiming to cross 17 countries and reach Rabat. Coming […]
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Sight restored in a matter of minutes. A child accessing education for the first time. A coastal ecosystem protected before it disappears entirely. These are not abstract ambitions – they are real, measurable outcomes of the Kym Rapier Foundation’s support across Africa and beyond. Founded by philanthropist Kym Rapier, the foundation has evolved from a […]
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South Africa’s agricultural sector is increasingly redefining resilience, moving beyond short-term survival towards profitability driven by practical innovation and better decision-making. This shift reflects a broader evolution across the sector, where success is no longer measured only by the ability to withstand pressure, but by how effectively farmers adapt, improve efficiency and remain sustainably profitable […]
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Across Africa, higher education institutions increasingly recognize that student success extends beyond the classroom. Effective support systems, including mental health services, financial aid, academic advising, and student wellbeing, are essential for improving retention, performance, and graduate outcomes. Yet, in many institutions in Sub-Saharan Africa, support systems remain fragmented, under-resourced, or peripheral to institutional strategy, limiting […]
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If you want to understand where the world’s most dynamic economies are right now, you may need to start by looking at a map of Africa. While much of the developed world grapples with sluggish growth, ageing populations and the lingering aftershocks of pandemic-era disruptions, a cohort of African nations is expanding at a pace […]
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There is a story being told about Africa in 2026 — one of resilience, investment and rising growth. It is a story worth telling. But there is another story, quieter and less celebrated, unfolding in the shadow of the headlines. It is the story of the economies falling further behind. While the continent’s fastest-growing nations […]
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A proposal by the United States to provide health support to countries in exchange for access to patient data has raised concerns among governments and experts, particularly in the Global South. This story is written and edited by Global South World The proposal involves renewed US support to help countries address diseases such as HIV, […]
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Drought conditions continue to displace thousands of Somalis from their homes, yet the resources to contain the growing humanitarian crisis are dwindling. This deepens an already complex situation, with no clear remedy in sight. This story is written and edited by Global South World Drought conditions continue to displace thousands of Somalis from their homes, […]
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