As development projects battle over which is the most ‘life-saving’ in order to secure the dregs of US aid funding, climate ...

Marriage in West Africa has played a central role in shaping aspects of society and has evolved over time. While traditional ...

The Western Cape is known for its scenic, charming small towns. Beyond the bustling city of Cape Town, the province is dotted ...

While most people are familiar with the major countries of the world, several lesser-known nations and territories might ...

When we resumed at Harvard Kennedy School last year, Africa became a topic of interest among many of our fellow students. As discussions unfolded during our classes and informal gatherings, it became ...

African scientists say the world is missing vital medical insights by ignoring the continent's vast genetic diversity .

South Africa is facing an escalating ecological crisis – a tiny invasive beetle from Vietnam is killing off trees in urban and natural forests. More than 7,000 trees have been affected by the ...

A switch of just two weeks from a traditional African diet to a Western diet causes inflammation, reduces the immune response to pathogens, and activates processes associated with lifestyle diseases.

A new study shows that a switch of just two weeks from a traditional African diet to a Western diet causes inflammation, ...