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Lesotho, a mountainous kingdom completely surrounded by South Africa, has been thrust into the spotlight after US President Donald Trump claimed that “nobody has ever… Read More »Nine Things You Didn’t Know About Lesotho—Africa’s Hidden Gem
Nigeria’s electricity generation has jumped 30% this week, nearing a peak of 6,000 megawatts (MW) following upgrades to the country’s aging power infrastructure. Despite having… Read More »Nigeria’s Power Generation Surges 30% Amid Grid Overhaul
Sudan’s military leader, Gen. Abdel-Fattah Burhan, has outlined a roadmap for constitutional transition, proposing a transitional government, a civilian prime minister, and national dialogue to… Read More »Sudan’s Burhan Unveils Roadmap for Elections and Civilian Rule
Africa and the Caribbean are strengthening economic ties, with trade between the regions expected to reach nearly $2 billion annually in the coming years. The… Read More »Africa and the Caribbean Strengthen Trade Ties in $2 Billion Push
Nigeria’s oil production exceeded its OPEC quota of 1.5 million barrels per day (bpd) by 70,000 bpd in February, marking a significant rise in output.… Read More »Nigeria Exceeds OPEC Quota as Oil Production Surges in February
A recent discovery in Tanzania’s Olduvai Gorge has revealed that early humans were crafting bone tools 1.5 million years ago, pushing back previous estimates by… Read More »Ancient Humans Used Animal Bones as Cutting Tools 1.5 Million Years Ago
The US has withdrawn from a $9.3 billion climate finance deal aimed at helping developing countries transition from coal to renewable energy. The Just Energy… Read More »US Backs Out of $9.3 Billion Climate Finance Deal for South Africa, Senegal, and Others
A new study by the World Obesity Federation warns that nearly half of African women will be overweight or obese by 2030, a trend experts… Read More »Africa Faces Rising Obesity Crisis Among Women
In Kenya, indigenous communities rely on traditional rainmakers to predict the weather. These rainmakers use various forecasting methods, such as observing flowering trees—if they bloom… Read More »How Kenya’s Indigenous Communities Predict the Weather
A series of earthquakes in Ethiopia’s Afar region has sparked concerns over potential volcanic eruptions, displacing thousands. This geologically active zone sits within the Great… Read More »Why Ethiopia Shakes: Geologist Explains Quakes and Volcano Threats
