Africa Is Now Polio-Free! A Momentous Milestone After Decades-Long Efforts

Medicine & Technology Aug 25, 2020

In a historic announcement by the Africa Regional Certification Commission during a World Health Organization (WHO) event has declared Africa free from wild polio, with the continent's last case recorded four years ago in Nigeria.

Malaria Update: Rwanda Finds Artemisinin Resistant Parasites

Aug 06, 2020

According to a new study by researchers from Rwanda, a strain of the parasite that causes Malaria is now resistant to artemisinin, one of the main medications against the disease.

Tectonic Rift in Africa to Give Birth to a New Ocean in 5 to 10 Million Years

Jul 17, 2020

Scientists determine that five to ten million years from now, a new ocean will form in Africa's Afar region. Due to the continuous shifting of tectonic plates, they say that Africa will eventually take on a new form in the future.

Africa Combats Locust Outbreak Amid the Coronavirus Pandemic Crisis

Jun 22, 2020

Millions of desert locusts swarm over acres of farms in Africa three months ago, and would likely return now, leaving millions of people across the countries hungry by the end of the year.

7,500 KM in 7 Days From Africa to England: Cuckoo Sets Flying Record During Migration

Apr 29, 2020

Carlton II migrated from West Africa to Central England in just seven days, traveling over 7,500 kilometers in seven days. The average cuckoo takes two to three weeks to reach England.

Test Trials of Anti-Malarial Drug Against Coronavirus to Begin on 40,000 Health Workers in Africa, Europe, and Asia

Apr 08, 2020

The drug trial will include 40,000 doctors and nurses across Asia, Africa, and Europe who will receive chloroquine or hydroxychloroquine which are both older anti-malarial drugs

Africa: A COVID-19 Ticking Time Bomb

Mar 27, 2020

Scientists worry about the spread of the coronavirus in Africa saying that the country is “a ticking time bomb”

Ebola Virus Vaccines Will Be Available For Stockpile According to a Vaccine Alliance

Dec 07, 2019

As a precautionary measure, the Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunization or GAVI announced on Thursday that it would invest $178 million to create a stockpile of 500,000 Ebola virus vaccines.

Climate Change is Felt in Africa's Lake Victoria

Nov 22, 2019

Researchers stated that climate change will have a massive impact in Africa's Lake Victoria in the next 500 years and it could affect the livelihood and other resources of the locals.

Mitsubishi Corporation Invests in Solar Energy for Off-Grid Areas in Africa

Sep 14, 2019

Mitsubishi Corporation leads 50 million dollar-investment in renewable energy source for Africa.

One Company is Bringing Much Needed Healthcare to Rural Africa

Jul 27, 2019

Operating outside of the well-resourced city center, the company’s clinic offers affordable diagnostic services.

African Teen Builds Windmills from Junk and Supplies His Village with Electricity

Apr 25, 2019

Malawian teen taught himself how to build a windmill from library books.

The Medical Response to the Ebola Virus is Being Threatened by Gossip

Apr 20, 2019

The dangerous outbreak continues as rumors undermine the effectiveness of treatments.

Hunter Who Killed More than 5,000 African Elephants Says He Is Not Sorry

Apr 11, 2019

Ecologist claims the killing of wildlife in Africa “was his job”.

Suspected Rhino Poacher Crushed by Elephant and Eaten by Lions

Apr 08, 2019

At Kruger National Park in South Africa, the remains of a man was found in the area where the lions gather. Officials say the man may be a poacher in the park.