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Africa Trials for HIV Vaccine Discontinued as Initial Results Disappoint

The African-led trial was initiated in December 2020 but came to an early halt last month. Its conclusive findings are to be released in 2024.

International Business Times UK · Dec 11, 2023

The UN peacekeeping mission in Mali ends after 10 years, following the junta's pressure to go

The United Nations has ended its 10-year peacekeeping mission in Mali following the government’s request that alleged the force was inadequate to respond to growing violent extremism in the West African nation

The Independent UK · Dec 11, 2023

"Shoot for yourself, be creative, and break the rules" – an interview with Leif Petersen

"Just shoot what you enjoy shooting" says LUMIX Ambassador Leif Petersen, who has shot on all 7 continents over 42 years

Digital Camera World · Dec 11, 2023

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South Africa leads the continent in offering more paternal leave to fathers. How to make sure both parents benefit

A South African high court has ushered in a new era of parental leave with a landmark ruling that new parents can share four months of parental leave, previously available only to mothers.

The Conversation · Dec 11, 2023

Queer life in Africa is also full of joy – remembering the carnival in Mozambique

In late colonial Mozambique, in the city of Lourenço Marques (today’s Maputo), a carnival festival was held almost every year. From the 1950s to the 1970s, the event was more than just a street parade. It also became a space of queer expression and joy.

The Conversation · Dec 11, 2023

'You reach a point where you have nothing. You will just die' – in East African refugee camps, food scarcity is a mortal concern

For refugees living in settlements across Africa, life got more difficult in 2023.

The Conversation · Dec 11, 2023

Five key issues at stake in the DR Congo’s crucial election

Here’s what’s at stake as millions go to vote this December in Africa’s second-largest country by size.

Al Jazeera · Dec 11, 2023

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When did Homo sapiens first appear?

What's the oldest fossil evidence humans have for our species?

LiveScience · Dec 11, 2023

Kendrick Lamar concert in Kigali kicks off drive to put Africa on the global gig circuit

Move Afrika, launched by grandson of Nelson Mandela, aims to draw on success of Afrobeats and support a new generation of musicians

The Guardian - UK · Dec 11, 2023

Nasrat Haqparast advocates for UFC Morocco event after big knockout

If the UFC is serious about going to Africa, Nasrat Haqparast says look no further than Morocco for the continental debut.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 11, 2023

From trash to power: how to harness energy from Africa's garbage dumps - and save billions in future damage

New research on garbage dumps in 44 sub-Saharan African countries shows that 95% are unregulated. The landfill sites still take in new garbage even when they are filled to capacity. As the waste decomposes, these sites release harmful greenhouse gases. However, using the methane gas to generate energy instead could…

The Conversation · Dec 10, 2023

W.Africa Leaders Meet As Region Struggles With Coups

West African leaders meet on Sunday for talks with the region in deepening crisis, after four countries fell under military rule and with risks growing from Sahel jihadist conflicts.

International Business Times · Dec 10, 2023

Cop28 failing on climate adaptation finance so far, African group warns

Continent’s chief negotiator says an agreement for fair and equitable funding is a matter of life and death

The Guardian - UK · Dec 9, 2023

A vaginal ring that discreetly delivers anti-HIV drugs will reach more women

In sub-Saharan Africa, women are at high risk of contracting HIV. Some protective measures carry a stigma but this device enables them to take control without anyone knowing.

WEKU · Dec 8, 2023

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The Guardian - UK · Dec 8, 2023

What happens if the 1.5C target for global heating is missed?

The Guardian asks five climate experts to explain the key differences between 1.5C and 2C

The Independent UK · Dec 8, 2023

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France 24 · Dec 7, 2023

Greening education key to Africa's climate challenge

There is increased focus on education at the COP28 climate talks amidst growing acknowledgement of the importance of the sector in responding to the uncertainty and displacement caused by climate change. FRANCE 24's Georja Calvin-Smith speaks to Yasmine Sherif, the head of the Education Cannot Wait fund, as she sets…

France 24 · Dec 7, 2023

The felling of the spirits: Benin's shrinking voodoo forests

Benin's forests have long been seen as places of hope for believers of the voodoo religion, but urbanisation threatens the green spaces. Also, Ivory Coast's ghost children are invisible to the state. The number of babies whose births are undeclared are on the rise.

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France 24 · Dec 7, 2023

Dozens injured in explosives depot blast in Seychelles

In tonight's edition: more than 60 people have been injured in a dawn blast at an explosives depot in the Seychelles. Also, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken says the two warring sides in Sudan have committed war crimes. Finally, award-winning Nigerian singer Jemiriye joins us in the studio to…

The Independent UK · Dec 7, 2023

UN says Africa faces unprecedented food crisis, with 3 in 4 people unable to afford a healthy diet

The United Nations says at least three of every four Africans can’t afford a healthy diet because of an “unprecedented food crisis.”

WEKU · Dec 7, 2023

This African bird will lead you to honey, if you call to it in just the right way

The wild honeyguide responds to distinct calls from local honey foragers. Says one researcher: The bird basically seems to be saying, "Hey, I'm here and I know where there's some honey, so follow me."

The Independent UK · Dec 7, 2023

Wild birds ‘distinguish between calls made by different African tribes’ – study

Greater honeyguides respond more readily to calls made by certain African tribespeople than those made by a different tribe.

International Business Times · Dec 7, 2023

Heavier Rains In East Africa Due To Human Activity: Study

Climate change caused by human activity made torrential rains that have lashed East Africa since October and killed more than 300 people up to twice as intense, a scientific study said Thursday.

The Independent UK · Dec 7, 2023

Scientists: Climate change intensified the rains devastating East Africa

An international team of climate scientists says the ongoing catastrophic rains in East Africa have been made worse by human-induced climate change

The Guardian - UK · Dec 7, 2023

HIV vaccine trial in Africa halted after disappointing initial results

African-led trial ended a year early as researchers conclude there is ‘little or no chance’ new combination vaccines cut HIV risk

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