For the last 10 years, business models for decentralized electrification have been taking a big leap towards forming a scalable, profitable industry. In 2016 alone, the Global Off-Grid Li...
The countries most vulnerable to climate change.
Many alien plants and animals have been introduced to Africa from other regions and then have spread from country to country, often having devastating effects.
Forty-eight percent of South Africans between the ages of 15 and 34 are unemployed. Closing the digital divide is an essential step to helping them find jobs.
Sales of the tagua seed, also known as “vegetable ivory”, are booming.
The German G20 presidency has launched its G20 Africa Partnership initiative to help the region realise its economic potential.
Yoga is bringing well-being and employment to young people in Africa.
This month, scientists in 12 African countries will host events for Africa Science Week, highlighting the talent across the continent.
Illegal fishing is responsible for the loss of $1.3 billion a year in West Africa alone – but a new agreement on international fisheries transparency standards could help put a stop to th...
Illegal fishing is responsible for the loss of $1.3 billion a year in West Africa alone – but a new agreement on international fisheries transparency standards could help put a stop to th...
Earth’s earliest primates dwelled in treetops, not on the ground, according to an analysis of a 62-million-year-old partial skeleton discovered in New Mexico.
Rhino poaching in South Africa continues to be a problem.
Angola, a Portuguese-speaking country, is being strongly influenced by the cultural output of Brazil.
Non-communicable diseases are a hugely understated threat to African healthcare.
Famine in one country would be unacceptable - today we are faced with four. A bold and urgent response is needed to save the millions of people who are at risk.
