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‘Extraordinary’: Islamic and Jewish science merge in 11th-century astrolabe

Instrument was adapted, translated and corrected by Muslim and Jewish users in Spain, north Africa and Italy

The Guardian - UK · Mar 5, 2024

Elusive megamouth shark caught off Zanzibar for 1st time, gets sold for $17

Megamouth sharks were first discovered in 1976 and fewer than 280 have ever been seen, meaning we know very little about this enigmatic species.

LiveScience · Mar 4, 2024

Undernutrition and obesity a 'double burden' in Africa: WHO study

According to a World Health Organization study published by The Lancet medical journal, obesity has increased alarmingly in low and middle income countries, particularly in Africa. World Obesity Day, held on 4 March, aims to raise awareness around what the WHO describes as an "epidemic".

Radio France Internationale · Mar 4, 2024

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OPINION - The situation in Ukraine and Gaza is devastating — but we ignore wars in Africa at our peril

The conflicts in Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo are taking a back seat amid the current focus on the wars in Ukraine and Gaza. It’s truly disheartening because countries like the UK have the potential to play a vital role in brokering peace in these regions.

Evening Standard · Mar 4, 2024

Africa's Film Industry: Streaming Wars, Global Deals, And Future Growth

Explore the highlights of the Joburg Film Festival, emphasizing Africa's growing influence in the global entertainment industry and the evolving landscape ...

'Festival of Laughter' in Abidjan celebrates African stand-up comedy

Comedians from across French-speaking Africa are in Abidjan this weekend for the ninth Festival of Laughter – an event that aims to promote stand-up comedy on the continent, with a hefty dose of self-mockery.

Radio France Internationale · Mar 3, 2024

Iran, Sudan and the war we didn't notice

A proxy war between Iran and the West unfolds in one of Africa's poorest countries — and there's no good outcome

Salon · Mar 3, 2024

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I was charged by a pissed-off elephant during a photo safari

I got some great photographs while on safari in Africa… but I also got charged by an angry elephant. Here's a look back at my experience, to celebrate World Wildlife Day

Digital Camera World · Mar 3, 2024

Rising cholera infections in Malawi raise fears of another deadly pandemic

Two years after Malawi experienced its deadliest ever cholera outbreak, a spate of sporadic infections is once again causing alarm. With 59,000 cases since 2022, Malawi has become the worst-hit country in southern Africa – where climate impacts and poor border controls are helping to fuel transmission of the illness.

Radio France Internationale · Mar 2, 2024

‘No identity’: Why is Kenyan music failing to break through globally?

As Nigerian and South African music gains international acceptance, Kenya’s absence is provoking a debate back at home.

Al Jazeera · Mar 2, 2024

Kenyan Filmmaker Daudi Anguka Pioneers Coastal Cinema With 'Mvera'

Kenyan filmmaker Daudi Anguka's 'Mvera' tackles organ harvesting in Kenya, emphasizing authentic African storytelling and the potential of local filmmakers...

Spain Wins UEFA Nations League, Germany Secures Olympic Qualification Spot.

Recap of women's football during international break: Spain, Germany, Australia, Japan, and African teams secure Olympic berths in intense competitions.

Is democracy dying in Africa? Inside the 1 March Guardian Weekly

Sengal’s worrying slide. Plus: The new science of history

The Guardian - UK · Feb 29, 2024

Great apes struggle as climate worsens

Humans aren't the only primates that will suffer from an increase in wildfires, flooding and heat waves

Salon · Feb 28, 2024

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The Guardian - UK · Feb 28, 2024

African leaders call for equity over minerals used for clean energy

‘Crucial’ UN resolution attempts to avoid repeat of injustices produced by Africa’s fossil fuel sector

Africa's Debt Levels Expected To Remain Elevated Until 2025

Learn about the concerning trajectory of Africa's debt levels post-pandemic and the need for sound fiscal policies and debt management strategies for finan...

The Guardian - UK · Feb 28, 2024

‘It has the smell of the oasis’: how palm husks became prize-winning Moroccan art

Female weavers in a Berber-speaking village helped Amina Agueznay to create a work that won the Norval Sovereign African art prize

The Hindu · Feb 27, 2024

KSUM flags potential for Kerala start-ups to do business with Africa

Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM) CEO Anoop Ambika on Tuesday stressed the need for Kerala-based start-up companies to tap the potential of the African market through better collaboration.

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Senegal President Commits To Elections Amid Political Crisis

Senegal's President Macky Sall faces election tensions, delays, and opposition boycotts amid a political crisis. Stay informed with AP's Africa coverage.

WEKU · Feb 26, 2024

Raising a child with autism in Kenya: Facing stigma, finding glimmers of hope

In Africa, there is a shortage of specialists and a lack of financial support for famlies who can't afford therapy. We look at how three families are coping.

Urgent Attention Needed For Conflicts In Sahel Region

Learn about the conflicts in the Sahel region of Africa, driven by religious extremism, poverty, and environmental degradation, with resource rivalries and...

Al Jazeera · Feb 26, 2024

Algeria inaugurates world’s third-largest mosque ahead of Ramadan

It’s also Africa’s largest, but critics view it as a vanity project for a former president who named it after himself.

The Guardian - UK · Feb 26, 2024

Post-colonial party pads! The architects who got Ghana back in the groove

When the African country gained independence, its architecture exploded as the race to create a new identity began. We go behind the scenes at a show celebrating the builders of this fledgling nation

International Business Times · Feb 25, 2024

US Faces Diplomatic Struggle In West Africa Amid Extremism And Russian Influence

According to political analyst Michael Shurkin, a business-as-usual approach has proven ineffective, with Russia filling the vacuum left by diminishing French influence.

The Guardian - UK · Feb 25, 2024

Is democracy dying in Africa? Senegal’s slide into chaos bodes ill in a year of key elections

With millions set to vote in 2024, the continent’s future is in the hands of a younger generation disillusioned by the apparent failure of their elected leaders and stagnant economies

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