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Ethiopia Bans Petrol Cars for Electric Future

Ethiopia is making a radical shift, banning petrol and diesel car imports to power its electric future with abundant renewable energy from its mega-dams. Discover how this bold move is reshaping transport and energy policy.

Bethell stars as England crush South Africa in ODI

England's young guns, led by a spectacular 88 from Jacob Bethell, secured a dominant 157-run victory over South Africa in the second ODI at Lord's, leveling the series in emphatic fashion.

The African Kingdom That's Colder Than London

Forget everything you thought you knew about Africa. Tucked away in the mountains, the Kingdom of Lesotho offers a stunning, cool climate, epic adventures, and a unique cultural experience unlike any other on the continent.

UK's £54k Per Head Wealth Gap Between London and Wales

Exclusive analysis reveals a dramatic £54,000 per head economic gap between London and other UK regions, with Wales and the North East lagging far behind. Experts warn of a deeply unbalanced national economy.

26 Dead in Horrific South Africa Bus Crash

A bus carrying 46 passengers has crashed and rolled down an embankment in South Africa's Limpopo province, resulting in a catastrophic death toll of 26 and leaving dozens more injured. The devastating incident occurred on the R518 road near Mokopane.

Boko Haram kills 40 farmers in Nigeria's Borno State

In a devastating new attack, Boko Haram militants have killed at least 40 farmers in Nigeria's restive Borno State, highlighting the ongoing security crisis in the region despite government claims of control.

Kenya's Anime Convention Scene: Cosplay Culture Thrives

Discover how Nairobi's vibrant Comic Con Kenya is breaking cultural barriers, bringing together thousands of anime and manga enthusiasts in a spectacular celebration of Japanese pop culture and African creativity.

Trump Aid Cuts Linked to Soaring Maternal Deaths in Africa

New research exposes the devastating impact of Trump-era aid cuts, linking the expanded 'Mexico City Policy' to a dramatic 31% increase in maternal mortality across sub-Saharan African nations reliant on US health funding.

Novartis Accused of Exploiting WHO Scheme in Africa

An explosive investigation reveals how pharmaceutical giant Novartis leveraged a WHO-led initiative to push its expensive cancer drug in Nigeria and Kenya, raising serious ethical concerns about Big Pharma's role in public health.

Man's heartbreaking bond with lion he raised from a cub

An extraordinary tale of friendship between South African conservationist Kevin Richardson and a 190kg lion named Zion, showcasing a bond that defied nature and ended in a devastating, yet inevitable, farewell.

Willis Chimano on being outed in Sauti Sol

Willis Chimano, former member of Sauti Sol, shares his painful experience of being outed as gay while in Africa's most famous boy band, detailing the vitriol he faced.

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