West African hiking hotspot under immediate threat from rapid deforestation Loma Mountains National Park in Sierra Leone is a popular destination for hikers from all across the world Advnture · Nov 11, 2024
WHO Reports Plateauing Mpox Cases In Congo Region WHO provides update on Mpox outbreak in Africa, new variant in Congo, vaccination efforts ongoing. Top News · Nov 11, 2024
WHO says mpox cases in Congo's epicenter where the new variant was detected may be 'plateauing' The World Health Organization says mpox cases in the region of Congo where a new and more infectious variant was first detected appear to be “plateauing,” even as the virus continues to increase in other regions of the country, as well as in Burundi and Uganda The Independent UK · Nov 11, 2024
‘Levels are dropping’: drought saps Zambia and Zimbabwe of hydropower Vast human-made Lake Kariba is at near-record low, causing daily power cuts and devastating two African economies The Guardian - UK · Nov 11, 2024
Mauritius holds an election with the ruling party seeking a new term People in Mauritius are voting for a new Parliament with the ruling party seeking to secure a second five-year term for Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth The Independent UK · Nov 10, 2024
Plastic-eating insect discovered in Kenya There’s been an exciting new discovery in the fight against plastic pollution: mealworm larvae that are capable of consuming polystyrene. They join the ranks of a small group of insects that have been found to be capable of breaking the polluting plastic down, though this is the first time that… The Conversation · Nov 10, 2024
Jobs of the future: South Africa has major gaps in skills needed to shape the green economy Globally, there’s a shortage of people with the expertise and skills needed to drive the transition towards a green economy – known as green talent. The pool of green talent needs to be doubled by 2050 if the world is to move away from fossil fuels. In South Africa, despite… The Conversation · Nov 10, 2024
Mauritius Votes In Close-fought Election Race Mauritius votes on Sunday in a tight election race that has been clouded by a wire-tapping scandal in a nation usually touted as one of Africa's most stable and prosperous democracies. International Business Times · Nov 10, 2024
Burkina Faso wants to reinstate death penalty, government source says Military regime considering move after capital punishment abolished in west African country in 2018 The Guardian - UK · Nov 9, 2024
Russia hosts African ministers to expand ties Russia has opened the first ministerial conference of the Russia-Africa Partnership Forum in the city of Sochi, seeking to deepen ties with African nations and dispel a notion that it’s isolated by Western sanctions The Independent UK · Nov 9, 2024
With Trump election win, Africa braces for US aid cuts, uncertainty But it could also force African nations to double down on their shift away from the US, towards Asia and the Middle East Al Jazeera · Nov 9, 2024
Jan Bakelants uses 431km gravel ride to raise funds for 'proper' education of girls in Rwanda ahead of Road Worlds Former WorldTour pro uses seven-day adventure as fundraiser to 'help the construction of a new school' in African nation Cycling News · Nov 8, 2024
Remembering black and Asian soldiers who died in the two world wars Letters: Dr John Hopkin and Chris Hardy on commemorating the troops from South Asia, Africa and the Caribbean who served in the wars The Guardian - UK · Nov 8, 2024
‘Africa in a glass’: Abidjan cocktail week mixes local flavours for global palates Ivory Coast drinks festival aims to champion and change perceptions of alcohol made in the region The Guardian - UK · Nov 8, 2024
Evening Standard · Nov 8, 2024 Eight-year-old completes ’emotional’ climb up highest peak in north Africa Frankie McMillan has been regularly climbing mountains with his mother Basia.
The Guardian - UK · Nov 8, 2024 Odour of oil and return of Trump hang heavy over Cop29 in Baku Prospects of strong outcome appear dim but there is hope the talks will address pressing issue of climate finance
International Business Times · Nov 8, 2024 Young African Players Chase Football 'Dream' In Brazil For King Faisal, a 20-year-old winger from Ghana, the invitation to move to Brazil to play football is easily summed up: "It was a dream."
The Conversation · Nov 7, 2024 Joy Dancer: dance documentary shows the power of movement to give a voice to the silenced In 2018, when visiting the Apartheid Museum in Johannesburg, South Africa, choreographer Gregory Maqoma came across the multimedia installation The African Choir 1891 Re-imagined (2017).
Marie Claire · Nov 7, 2024 Prince William Reveals One Thing He Shares With Brother Prince Harry While Visiting South Africa "I can be myself," the prince said.
The Conversation · Nov 7, 2024 Climate change reporting is not connecting with people and their real issues – what needs to be done about it The annual United Nations Conference of the Parties global climate change meetings play a pivotal role in elevating climate conversations. They’re often accompanied by intense media coverage that raises awareness and engages the public. This visibility is crucial, as it brings discussions from distant, elite-driven events into local news.
Al Jazeera · Nov 7, 2024 UK blacklists mercenary groups in Africa in latest sanctions against Russia ‘Strikes at heart of Putin’s war machine’ also target people involved in Ukraine war and Salisbury nerve agent attack.
International Business Times · Nov 7, 2024 UK Sanctions Russia-backed Wagner Group Successor Africa Corps The UK government announced sanctions on Thursday against three private mercenary groups operating in Africa with links to the Kremlin, including Wagner group successor Africa Corps.
Radio France Internationale · Nov 7, 2024 UK sanctions Russia-backed Wagner group successor Africa Corps The UK government announced sanctions on Thursday against three private mercenary groups operating in Africa with links to the Kremlin, including Wagner group successor Africa Corps.
International Business Times · Nov 7, 2024 Banks, Beaches And Boom Times: Four Facts About Mauritius Mauritius, one of Africa's richest countries and a stable democracy in a sometimes volatile neighbourhood, is holding a legislative election on Sunday.
The Independent UK · Nov 6, 2024 Prince William, in biodegradable sneakers, attends his Earthshot environment awards in South Africa Prince William wore white biodegradable sneakers as he walked the “green carpet” at his Earthshot Prize environmental awards ceremony in South Africa