Tigray Is Still in Crisis—The Guns Have Stopped, but Hunger Abounds
Much more is needed for Tigrayans to start to rebuild their lives, and for the fragile peace to hold.
Five new alien-faced species of millipede revealed in "remarkable" find
One of the new millipede species belongs to a whole new genus of the critters that had never been discovered before.
Ukrainian drones shown hunting Russian mercenaries in Africa
The video purportedly shows Ukrainian drones taking out Russian mercenaries in Sudan in three separate strikes against vehicles.
Pastor charged with stealing millions seen in Zambia after missing hearing
After missing court related to investor fraud, Eli Regalado was seen teaches faith and finance in Africa.
Prince Harry charity launches rape and torture investigation
Prince Harry "immediately escalated" accusations of the abuse of tribespeople by guards from African Parks, where he is a director.
Britain's Asylum Policy Is a Gift to Smugglers
Britain's Rwanda gambit is another example of backfiring immigration policy and irresponsible statecraft.
Where Is the Outrage Over the Jihadist Attacks Against Black Africans?
The world's silence about the plight of Africans must end.
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Rhinos at risk as temperatures set to become deadly
"All the parks are showing drastic changes in the occurrence probability of rhinos," researchers wrote in a new paper.
Zombie drug rumored to contain human bones killing a dozen every week
The new drug, kush, "contains a mixture of chemicals including tramadol, cannabis, fentanyl and sometimes formaldehyde," expert Ian Hamilton told Newsweek.
Watch adorable moment newborn hyena cub meets father for the first time
Born only nine weeks ago at Sydney Zoo, a newborn hyena cub has been stealing hearts on social media.
The Return of the Presidential Putsch
When faced with the next executive power grab globally, the United States and other like-minded democracies should consistently call a spade a spade, and work quickly in concert with other regional actors for strong coordinated action to reverse such events.
"Lack of oxygen" on flight nearly kills passengers as plane forced to land
The Gambian soccer team narrowly avoided disaster after oxygen supplies failed in the plane they were flying on.
The Magic Ingredient for African Expansion: Collaborative Partnerships
By forming alliances with universities, HR leaders, and companies, businesses can build and sustain success in Africa.
Sudan—the World's Most Abandoned Conflict-Affected Country
The humanitarian and security situation in Sudan is highly volatile. Unless a world commitment is made to end the civil war, the country will fully disintegrate.
Thought lost in WW2, records discovery reveals secrets of ancient people
The discovery "adds significantly" to our understanding of these ancient communities, researcher Jenny Metcalfe told Newsweek.
Scientists discover driving force in the evolution of speech
Using our living ancestors as "time machines," the team was able to decipher a new piece in the puzzle of our own evolution.
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Scientists collect elusive aardvarks' poop to reveal climate change effect
The direr the landscape, the more isolated aardvarks are becoming, scientists discovered.
Putin ally tells Russians "not wanted" in Europe to vacation in Africa
Former President Dmitry Medvedev boasted about Russia's strong ties with Africa.
Putin still raking in a fortune from Wagner Group
A recent report said that Wagner's influence in African mining towns has helped fund Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
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One hundred elephants die after watering holes dry up
Elephants have been dying in a reoccurring trend due to a lack of seasonal rainfall. In 2019, around 200 elephants died.
Strategic HR Solutions: Paving the Way for Africa Expansion
Africa is the new land of opportunity for global business. Yet, companies need to follow a strategic plan to be successful there.
Kenya's Land Grab Is Profiting From Pain
Human rights groups have accused the Kenyan government of selling off acres of forest land to logging companies and tea farmers who have felled thousands of trees.
What Prince William said about Africa two years after race scandal
Prince William was previously accused of racism over a comment about the population of Africa and climate change.
Russia launches "Africa Corps" as Putin looks to hurt US
A Russian milblogger posted a purported recruitment ad for the new unit offering lucrative salaries for helping Moscow "counter Western influence."
Exclusive: Rwanda says UK "hysterical" over migrant plan
Spokesperson Yolande Makolo told Newsweek the government believes the controversial proposal can still succeed despite criticism.
Building Resilient Health Systems Is Imperative
We must adapt our public health system to a changing climate.
Time Is Running Out To Help Africa Feed Itself
We need to end the cycle of broken commitments and transform the continent's agriculture sector once and for all.
Ancient Egypt's baboon mummies' mystery finally solved
In ancient Egypt, baboons—like many other animals—were mummified as offerings to the gods after their deaths.
Meghan Markle biographer says King Charles "never liked going to Africa"
Tom Bower's book about Meghan Markle riled Sussex fans—now he says King Charles liked going to the "white Commonwealth countries."
Mysterious deaths of elephants explained, three years later
Six of the 35 elephants found dead in Zimbabwe in 2020 were discovered to have bizarre unclassified bacteria in their bodies.