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75% of Kilimanjaro’s natural plants have been wiped out – and climate change isn’t the biggest threat

Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania is sold to the world as frozen romance and pure nature. But the real story today is at its feet, not its peak.

The Conversation

Blind hikers prepare for record-breaking ascent of Africa's tallest mountain

A team of 11 visually impaired and fully blind climbers are entering the final stages of preparation before they head up Mount Kilimanjaro

Advnture

I trained with Kilimanjaro mountain guides – this is what it takes to become one

In Tanzania, Annaliese Smith joins the students from the College of African Wildlife Management as they attempt to pass one of the hardest tests of their lives

The Independent UK

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River frog scales new heights on Tanzania's Kilimanjaro in rare alpine find

Local guides in Tanzania have made an unexpected discovery on the icy heights of Kilimanjaro – a river frog spotted at over 4,000 metres altitude. While its spectacular leap to Africa's highest mountain reveals the potential of the continent's little-known alpine wildlife, it also raises concerns over climate change.

Radio France Internationale

Kilimanjaro's giant groundsels: The strange plants that thrive on Africa's tallest mountain

Giant groundsels are rare plants that grow up to 30 feet (9 meters) tall. They are endemic to the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro, a dormant volcano in Tanzania and Africa's tallest mountain.

LiveScience

Move over, Med diet – plantains and cassava can be as healthy as tomatoes and olive oil, say researchers

Findings from Tanzania’s Kilimanjaro region indicate traditional eating habits in rural Africa can boost the immune system and reduce inflammation

The Guardian - UK

London mother Sarah de Lagarde who lost arm and leg in horror Tube accident climbs Kilimanjaro

Sarah de Lagarde is understood to be the first woman with two prosthetics to reach the summit

Evening Standard

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London mother who lost arm and leg in horror Tube accident set to climb Mount Kilimanjaro

Sarah de Lagarde fell onto Tube tracks and was run over by two trains

Evening Standard

Canberra man dies on Kilimanjaro '100 metres from the summit'

Jon Clarke died while on the trip of a lifetime in Tanzania.

The Canberra Times

"Deeply humiliated" Kilimanjaro tour organizer leaves trekkers stranded in Tanzania as funds disappear

The group of charity trekkers received the unwelcome news upon arriving in Tanzania

Advnture

Harpist hails ‘unforgettable experience’ on Kilimanjaro during world record bid

Siobhan Brady from Ireland hiked more than 19,000ft to perform a selection of songs at the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro.

The Independent UK

Personal Trainer set to climb rope the length of Mount Kilimanjaro

Owen hopes to complete the challenge in 12 hours

Belfast Live

Avian superhighway: UK’s ‘pitstop’ for migrating birds seeks Unesco status

East Atlantic Flyway in England takes first step to becoming world heritage site alongside global wonders including the Galápagos and Kilimanjaro

The Guardian - UK

Harpist on mission to break Guinness World Record on Mount Kilimanjaro

Siobhan Brady hopes to break a GWR she set in 2018 for the highest altitude harp performance.

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Daily Record

Big-hearted Paisley family hitting the heights with Mount Kilimanjaro charity challenge

Good causes will benefit as Stevie Kidd plans to scale two legendary climbs in the space of six months.

Wales Online

Ex-miner's leg was crushed 34 years ago - 30 operations later he has his 'life back'

Graham Parker is now planning to climb Mount Kilimanjaro

Irish Mirror

Gemma Collins 'ready to trek Kilimanjaro' as she calls on spiritual healer to help

Gemma Collins has been keeping fans updated after she returned from a trip to Bethlehem and experienced terrible foot pain, but after receiving treatment says she feels like a "new woman"

The Independent UK

Tanzania travel guide: Everything you need to know

It’s known as Africa’s classic safari destination for a reason; here’s how to make the most of a trip

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Irish Mirror

Irishman 'guaranteed white Christmas' on top of Kilimanjaro after 'emotional' charity climb

'When they are are all gathered round the table opening presents I will be at the top of Kilimanjaro opening a lunch box that Debra will have pre packed before I leave'

Tribune News Service

Difficult but doable: A family’s climb to the top of Africa's Mt. Kilimanjaro

At 16, Tim Ballard had a crazy idea. The youngest of seven children, he wanted to do something big with his family. Really big.

The National (Scotland)

Jim Fairlie ‘touches the board’ in epic fundraiser tribute to his brother

THE brother of the late renowned chef Andrew Fairlie has paid the ultimate tribute to his sibling by reaching the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro for…

Daily Record

Proud Perthshire politician Jim Fairlie reaches Mount Kilimanjaro summit in memory of late brother

After a gruelling eight-day trek the local representative touched the board on Uhuru Peak - just like sibling Andrew did

Wales Online

Widower taking on Mount Kilimanjaro in 13th challenge this year for hospice that helped his ‘incredible’ wife

Steve Radcliffe has raised over £6,000 for Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice via several gruelling challenges

The Independent UK

Widower to take on Mount Kilimanjaro for hospice that helped his wife

Steve Radcliffe, 42, has tackled 13 challenges this year to raise money for Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice.

Daily Record

East Kilbride mum's emotional journey to the top of Kilimanjaro in memory of her beloved boy

A charity set up by the family of Lee Jamieson has already raised more than £260,000 for leukaemia and lymphoma research.

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