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October 8, 2026
Military coups promise change – 4 ways they can leave African countries worse off
Africa

Military coups promise change – 4 ways they can leave African countries worse off

John Mukum Mbaku

AU Leaders Warn of Funding Gap Threatening Agenda 2063
Economy

AU Leaders Warn of Funding Gap Threatening Agenda 2063

Naledi Ashcourt

More land, better life? South African farming study asks if that’s the road to rural development
Economy

More land, better life? South African farming study asks if that’s the road to rural development

Neo Mathinya

Africa

Sudan’s death toll in 2025 could be as high as 100,000: how we did the count

Sudan’s death toll in 2025 could be as high as 100,000: how we did the count

Much of the difference in number of deaths across reports stems from how organisations select and handle sources.

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Paola Vesco
October 8, 2026
Africa’s new credit agency: why it’s needed
Economy

Africa’s new credit agency: why it’s needed

Credit ratings have become so important in the financing of development that Africa has seen fit to build its own agency.

Daniel Cash
October 5, 2026
Sudan’s military is accused of using chlorine bombs: here’s how they work and what the law says
Geopolitics

Sudan’s military is accused of using chlorine bombs: here’s how they work and what the law says

The use of chemical weapons has been outlawed for nearly a century.

Anneleen van der Meer
September 12, 2026
Nigerian Fashion Blends Tradition with Modern Style
Culture

Nigerian Fashion Blends Tradition with Modern Style

Many people around the world recognize Nigeria for its rich cultural heritage, and one of the most vibrant expressions of this heritage is through its fashion. …

January 31, 2026
Africa

Sahara Desert Tours Offer a True Nomadic Experience in Niger

Sahara, the vast landscape that envelops you in its golden sands, offers an adventure unlike any other. When you decide …

Sahara Desert Tours Offer a True Nomadic Experience in Niger
Africa

11 million Nigerian children are going hungry: how this hurts their health and what needs to be done

Blessing Akombi-Inyang , UNSW Sydney Unicef, the UN agency for children, reported in June 2024 that around 11 million Ni…

11 million Nigerian children are going hungry: how this hurts their health and what needs to be done
Dakar Shows How Modern Life and Tradition Coexist in Senegal
Africa

Dakar Shows How Modern Life and Tradition Coexist in Senegal

You may find it fascinating to explore how Dakar, Senegal's vibrant capital, serves as a striking example of modern life harmoniously blending with rich traditions. Just as you stroll through the bust…

Rwanda’s Festivals Celebrate Unity and Local Traditions
Culture

Rwanda’s Festivals Celebrate Unity and Local Traditions

Festivals in Togo Celebrate Heritage, Music, and Unity
Culture

Festivals in Togo Celebrate Heritage, Music, and Unity

DRC’s cobalt exports contain unreported uranium – our study estimates the global nuclear risk
Geopolitics

DRC’s cobalt exports contain unreported uranium – our study estimates the global nuclear risk

Ryan A. Manzuk
Sahara Desert Tours Offer a True Nomadic Experience in Niger
Africa

Sahara Desert Tours Offer a True Nomadic Experience in Niger

Sahara, the vast landscape that envelops you in its golden sands, offers an adve…

11 million Nigerian children are going hungry: how this hurts their health and what needs to be done
Africa

11 million Nigerian children are going hungry: how this hurts their health and what needs to be done

Blessing Akombi-Inyang , UNSW Sydney Unicef, the UN agency for children, reporte…

Dakar Shows How Modern Life and Tradition Coexist in Senegal
Africa

Dakar Shows How Modern Life and Tradition Coexist in Senegal

You may find it fascinating to explore how Dakar, Senegal's vibrant capital, ser…

Rwanda’s Festivals Celebrate Unity and Local Traditions
Culture

Rwanda’s Festivals Celebrate Unity and Local Traditions

Unity is at the heart of Rwanda's vibrant festivals, inviting you to experience …

Festivals in Togo Celebrate Heritage, Music, and Unity
Culture

Festivals in Togo Celebrate Heritage, Music, and Unity

Unity is a powerful theme that resonates deeply through the vibrant festivals of…

Culture

Cape Town’s Art Scene Brings South Africa’s Creative Spirit to Life

Many travelers are drawn to Cape Town not only for its stunning landscapes but also for its vibrant and dynamic art scen…

Cape Town’s Art Scene Brings South Africa’s Creative Spirit to Life
Culture

Sufi Music Keeps the Spiritual Soul of Senegal Alive

Many of you may not realize the profound connection between music and spirituality in Senegal, where Sufi traditions thr…

Sufi Music Keeps the Spiritual Soul of Senegal Alive

Africa

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Natural Wonders Like Erin Ijesha Waterfall Attract Global Tourists

Natural Wonders Like Erin Ijesha Waterfall Attract Global Tourists

Tourism has become an necessary part of many cultures and economies around the world, and natural wonders such as the Erin Ijesha Waterfall continue to draw visitors from every corner of the globe. If you have ever craved an adventure that immerses y

Discover the Rich Creole Heritage of São Tomé and Príncipe

Discover the Rich Creole Heritage of São Tomé and Príncipe

São Tomé and Príncipe, a twin-island nation located in the Gulf of Guinea, invites you to explore its vibrant Creole heritage. This small archipelago, known for its breathtaking landscapes, exotic flora, and fauna, offers you a unique opportunity to

Nigerian farmers lack insurance: payouts triggered by weather data offer a solution

Nigerian farmers lack insurance: payouts triggered by weather data offer a solution

Ifedotun Aina , University of Cape Town and Opeyemi Ayinde , University of Ilorin - Agriculture is hugely important to Nigeria. It makes up about a quarter of the country’s economy, and almost half of the population are smallholder farmers. Most farm

US-Nigeria relations: what it means to be a ‘country of particular concern’ and why it matters

US-Nigeria relations: what it means to be a ‘country of particular concern’ and why it matters

Saheed Babajide Owonikoko , Modibbo Adama University of Technology For the second time in five years, Nigeria has been designated a “country of particular concern” by the US government, in both cases by President Donald Trump. The first time was in 2

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Botswana Deepens Strategic Ties with South Africa

Botswana Deepens Strategic Ties with South Africa

In the rolling savannas that straddle the Botswana–South Africa border, a quiet but determined shift in regional diplomacy is under way. Gaborone, long a proponent of measured engagement with its neighbors, is now pursuing a more assertive course, se

Climate change and inequality are connected – policies need to reflect this

Climate change and inequality are connected – policies need to reflect this

Anda David , Agence Française de Développement (AFD) and Rawane Yasser , Agence Française de Développement (AFD) An increasingly strong case is being made to bring inequality into discussions about climate change. The logic behind this has been set o

From Island Nation to World Stage: Cape Verde's Historic World Cup Qualification and What It Means for African Football

From Island Nation to World Stage: Cape Verde's Historic World Cup Qualification and What It Means for African Football

Cape Verde, an archipelago of ten volcanic islands off West Africa's Atlantic coast, has achieved what many once considered improbable — securing qualification for the FIFA World Cup for the first time in the nation's footballing history. The milestone marks a defining moment not only for the Blue Sharks but for the broader narrative of football development across the African continent.

Tanzania: President Samia Hassan’s grip on power has been shaken by unprecedented protests

Tanzania: President Samia Hassan’s grip on power has been shaken by unprecedented protests

Dan Paget , University of Sussex - In Tanzania, something snapped this year. Protests followed the 29 October 2025 elections . They are unprecedented in their scale, national breadth and political content since the country’s independence in 1961. But

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Africa Unveils Agricultural Adaptation Roadmap to 2036

Africa Unveils Agricultural Adaptation Roadmap to 2036

A landmark continent-wide assessment presented at FAO headquarters sets out Africa's pathway for sustainable and resilient agriculture, identifying at least $80 billion in agricultural adaptation needs. The report, marking ten years of the AAA Initiative, calls for stronger financing and capacity support through existing institutions.

Will El Niño drought hit food prices in South Africa? Earlier rains and grain stocks offer hope

Will El Niño drought hit food prices in South Africa? Earlier rains and grain stocks offer hope

Previous rains and grain stocks could reduce the impact of the expected drought.

The world has changed. African countries must rethink how they grow their economies

The world has changed. African countries must rethink how they grow their economies

Africa still needs millions of better-paying jobs and higher productivity to reduce poverty. What has changed is the route to achieving those goals.

More land, better life? South African farming study asks if that’s the road to rural development

More land, better life? South African farming study asks if that’s the road to rural development

There is no single pathway from small-scale farming to improved livelihoods.

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Refinery rivalry: billion-dollar oil projects expose East Africa’s long-running regional tensions

Refinery rivalry: billion-dollar oil projects expose East Africa’s long-running regional tensions

Rivalry has not disappeared from east Africa. It has simply been repackaged as competing ‘regional’ projects.

South Africa’s small sugar farms are producing less than they could: study finds ways to boost them

South Africa’s small sugar farms are producing less than they could: study finds ways to boost them

Isolated interventions are unlikely to help small sugarcane growers. Improving productivity requires integrated support systems.

Ghana’s businesses don’t always need costly tech. How to build on what’s already been done

Ghana’s businesses don’t always need costly tech. How to build on what’s already been done

Going circular doesn’t have to mean buying expensive technology. African manufacturers can innovate by learning from what already exists.

Geopolitics

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Lithium in the Sahel: how armed groups are exploiting the global scramble for the critical mineral

Lithium in the Sahel: how armed groups are exploiting the global scramble for the critical mineral

Armed groups in the Sahel are finding new ways to profit from the rapidly expanding lithium trade.

A decade on, Somalia’s federal pact benefits elites and al-Shabaab – but it fails the people

A decade on, Somalia’s federal pact benefits elites and al-Shabaab – but it fails the people

Somalia’s status quo profits the elite while bringing questionable benefits to the majority of the public.

AU Demands De-escalation Over Machar Detention

AU Demands De-escalation Over Machar Detention

The African Union has expressed deep concern over reports of the detention of South Sudan's First Vice President, Dr. Riek Machar, calling on all parties to uphold the country's revitalised peace agreement. AU Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf announced the deployment of the AU Panel of the Wise to Juba as part of efforts to ease tensions.

Conflict is rising in Ethiopia’s Tigray region: 5 steps that could stop a return to full-scale war

Conflict is rising in Ethiopia’s Tigray region: 5 steps that could stop a return to full-scale war

Recent confrontations in Tigray are a sign that the 2022 peace process has seriously derailed.

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Ancient Ruins and Desert Landscapes Define Tunisia’s Unique Tourism

Ancient Ruins and Desert Landscapes Define Tunisia’s Unique Tourism

You will find that tourism in Tunisia offers a remarkable blend of ancient history and stunning desert landscapes that create an unforgettable experience. As you explore this North African gem, you will be captivated by its rich cultural heritage and

Warm Hospitality Makes Every Visit to Zimbabwe Memorable

Warm Hospitality Makes Every Visit to Zimbabwe Memorable

Most travelers who make their way to Zimbabwe find that the heartwarming hospitality offered by its people is what truly makes their journey unforgettable. When you step into this beautiful country, you are not just greeted by its stunning landscapes

Wildlife Safaris Show Off Zambia’s Stunning Natural Diversity

Wildlife Safaris Show Off Zambia’s Stunning Natural Diversity

With Zambia's vast landscapes teeming with wildlife, planning a safari in this African gem promises an unforgettable experience. You will find yourself surrounded by some of the most diverse ecosystems on the continent, ranging from sprawling savanna

Craft Markets in Zambia Highlight Handmade Art and Local Talent

Craft Markets in Zambia Highlight Handmade Art and Local Talent

Many visitors to Zambia find themselves captivated by the vibrant craft markets that showcase the nation's rich culture and artistic talent. If you are planning a visit, you are in for a treat as these markets offer a unique opportunity to experience

Culinary

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Zambia’s Local Cuisine Combines Flavor, Family, and Tradition

Zambia’s Local Cuisine Combines Flavor, Family, and Tradition

You are about to initiate on an exciting culinary journey through Zambia, a nation rich in cultures, traditions, and flavorful dishes. Zambian cuisine is more than just food; it is a cherished tradition that encapsulates the essence of family and com

Taste Bold and Flavorful Dishes in Nigeria’s Local Cuisine

Taste Bold and Flavorful Dishes in Nigeria’s Local Cuisine

Bold flavors paint a vivid picture of the culinary landscape in Nigeria, enticing the senses with a vibrant array of spices, herbs, and fresh ingredients. When you explore the local cuisine, you begin on a mouthwatering journey through diverse region

South Sudan’s Local Dishes Celebrate Community and Flavor

South Sudan’s Local Dishes Celebrate Community and Flavor

Dishes from South Sudan are more than mere sustenance; they are a tapestry woven from the rich cultural heritage and communal bonds that define this young nation. Exploring South Sudanese cuisine offers you the opportunity to experience a unique blen

Rich Flavors Define the Unique Cuisine of Somalia

Rich Flavors Define the Unique Cuisine of Somalia

Just imagine the moment you take your first bite of Somali cuisine, where every dish tells a story woven with history, culture, and rich flavor. Exploring the unique cuisine of Somalia is akin to launching on a culinary journey that reflects the coun

Culture

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Lagos - A Cultural Hub for Art, Music, and Nightlife

Lagos - A Cultural Hub for Art, Music, and Nightlife

Most travelers find themselves captivated by Lagos, Nigeria's bustling metropolis that seamlessly blends tradition with modernity. This vibrant city is not only the economic heart of the nation but also a thriving cultural hub that beckons you to exp

Festivals in Zambia Bring People Together Through Culture and Joy

Festivals in Zambia Bring People Together Through Culture and Joy

It's a vibrant experience you won't want to miss when you take part in the various festivals celebrated across Zambia. These events are more than just gatherings; they are expressions of community spirit, culture, and joy that unite people regardless

Cape Town’s Art Scene Brings South Africa’s Creative Spirit to Life

Cape Town’s Art Scene Brings South Africa’s Creative Spirit to Life

Many travelers are drawn to Cape Town not only for its stunning landscapes but also for its vibrant and dynamic art scene. As you explore this captivating city, you'll discover that art is woven into the fabric of everyday life, offering a unique gli

A New Creative Wave Is Rising in Senegal’s Fashion and Film

A New Creative Wave Is Rising in Senegal’s Fashion and Film

Just when you think the vibrant culture of Senegal has reached its pinnacle, a new creative wave emerges, bringing fresh ideas and innovative talents to the forefront of fashion and film. If you've ever been fascinated by the intersection of visual s

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Brown is beautiful: what Namibia’s capital Windhoek can teach African cities as they get hotter and drier

Brown is beautiful: what Namibia’s capital Windhoek can teach African cities as they get hotter and drier

New research shows how Windhoek’s ‘Brown is Beautiful’ approach could use its dry landscape to protect the city from heat, drought and floods.

Africa’s rocks hold ancient stories. We need better ways to document and protect them

Africa’s rocks hold ancient stories. We need better ways to document and protect them

Africa has some of the world’s most important geological landscapes, yet they remain under-represented in digital geoheritage research.

A new class of metals could transform Africa’s clean energy economy – scientists explain

A new class of metals could transform Africa’s clean energy economy – scientists explain

Storing hydrogen in metallic materials is a promising avenue for extracting value from Africa’s minerals.

Spekboom is nutritious, water-wise and edible – so why aren’t more South Africans eating it?

Spekboom is nutritious, water-wise and edible – so why aren’t more South Africans eating it?

Could spekboom move from garden hedge to dinner plate? Scientists found most people surveyed would eat it.