Africa by Joshua Brown May 1, 2023 89 Africa is the world’s second-largest and second most populous continent, located primarily in the Eastern Hemisphere. It covers 6% of Earth’s total surface area and 20% of its land area. Africa has 54 countries, stretching from the northern Mediterranean Sea to South Africa. This vast region is home to more than 1 billion people who are diverse in culture, language and beliefs—over 3,000 ethnic groups reside here! The history of African civilizations dates back thousands of years
Bookmark AfricaGeneral NewsUgandaVisual artsWorld News A vibrant art scene in Uganda mirrors African boom as more collectors show interest by Ryan Lee December 16, 2023 December 16, 2023 Exploring Uganda’s thriving art scene, from its humble beginnings to global recognition, shaping a brighter future for local artists.
Bookmark AfricaFloodsGeneral NewsSeychellesWavel RamkalawanWorld News Seychelles Faces Crisis: Emergency Declared Following Deadly Floods and Explosives Depot Explosion by Ryan Lee December 8, 2023 December 8, 2023 Seychelles declares emergency due to deadly floods and an explosives depot blast, causing widespread injury and destruction.
Bookmark AfricaAsylumBelarusEuropeFinlandGeneral NewsImmigrationMigrationRussiaWorld News Finland Accuses Russia of Orchestrating Migrant Crisis on its Eastern Border by Lucas Garcia November 25, 2023 November 25, 2023 Accusations of Russia orchestrating a migrant crisis on Finland’s border following NATO entry, with Finland’s strategic response and broader geopolitical implications.
Bookmark AfricaCrimeGeneral NewsOscar PistoriusReeva SteenkampShootingsWorld News The pressing inquiry remains unresolved: Was Oscar Pistorius aware that his girlfriend was the target of his gunfire? by Ryan Lee November 24, 2023 November 24, 2023 Summary of Oscar Pistorius case, focusing on unresolved questions, parole, legal aspects, and the lasting impact on Steenkamp’s family.
Bookmark AfricaCape TownCrimeGeneral NewsOscar PistoriusReeva SteenkampSouth AfricaSouth Africa Olympic TeamSports - AfricaTrending NewsWinter Olympics Seeking parole, Pistorius meets with girlfriend’s father by Michael Nguyen November 24, 2023 November 24, 2023 Parole process: Oscar Pistorius meets victim’s father in South Africa; privacy and eligibility for release at stake.
Bookmark AfricaGeneral NewsKampalaUgandaWorld NewsYoweri Museveni “Debate Emerges in Uganda Over the Controversial Legacy of Idi Amin” by Joshua Brown November 13, 2023 November 13, 2023 Debate in Uganda: Reevaluating Idi Amin’s Legacy Amidst Calls for Political Change and Museveni’s Rule.
Bookmark AfricaCholeraClimateFranceGeneral NewsMayotteWater shortages France’s poorest island is parched because of drought and underinvestment by Madison Thomas November 13, 2023 November 13, 2023 Mayotte’s water crisis: Drought and underinvestment lead to scarcity, diseases, and protests in the poorest EU territory.
Bookmark AfricaBeninGeneral NewsIslamWorld News Extremist Groups Gain Foothold in West African Coastal Regions by Lucas Garcia November 11, 2023 November 11, 2023 Rising extremism threatens coastal West Africa; Benin grapples with surging violence and displacement.
Bookmark AfricaGeneral NewsMoroccoWorld News Morocco debates how to rebuild from September quake that killed thousands by Madison Thomas November 11, 2023 November 11, 2023 Debate in Morocco on earthquake recovery: Tradition vs. modernity in rebuilding after a devastating quake.
Bookmark AfricaGeneral NewsGuineaWorld News Guinea’s Ex-Leader Camara Among Prison Escapees Following Armed Jailbreak, States Justice Minister by Madison Thomas November 4, 2023 November 4, 2023 Ex-leader Moussa Camara & 2 others flee Guinea prison amid gunfire, with borders closed post-escape as manhunt begins.
