Igbo-Ora in Nigeria is famous for its unusually high rate of twin births. From genetics to local foods, scientists are still investigating why
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An Iranian oil tanker has reportedly been hit by four US missiles near Kharg Island, Iran’s key crude export hub, with no casualties reported
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UN envoy Pekka Haavisto has arrived in Khartoum for Sudan peace talks focused on de-escalation, civilian protection and a political process
UN envoy launches new push for Sudan peace in Khartoum Read More »
At least 37 people are feared dead in a Nigeria oil theft incident in Rivers State, with hazardous fumes blamed for many of the reported deaths
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Kenya’s milk shortage is hitting chai drinkers as drought cuts dairy production, prices rise and the government considers temporary imports
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Saudi investors are eyeing Burkina Faso’s gold sector after the country exported around $10 billion worth of gold in 2025
Saudi investors eye Burkina Faso’s booming gold sector Read More »
Guinea has buried 36 victims of the Conakry landfill collapse, including 17 Sierra Leoneans, as thousands attended a mass funeral
Guinea buries 36 victims of Conakry landfill collapse Read More »
South Africa data centres face growing scrutiny as civil society groups raise concerns over their use of water, electricity and land
South Africa urged to halt new data centres Read More »
African migrants in Yemen face trafficking, hunger and homelessness as thousands become stranded while trying to reach Gulf countries
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The UN has voted to adopt a world map that better reflects Africa’s true size, challenging the centuries-old Mercator projection
UN votes to change world map to show Africa’s true size Read More »
