Eland Looks Like a Muscular Cow With Thick, Twisted Horns
The eland is one of the largest antelopes — and one of the most graceful. Known scientifically as Taurotragus oryx, the eland lives in Africa, mostly in eastern and southern Africa.…
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Southern Africa elections brought big changes in 2024
HARARE, Zimbabwe (AP) — In Southern Africa, where democracy remains relatively stable, elections held in 2024 saw long-governing liberation parties struggling to survive. Across Africa,…
In Lesotho, UN chief Guterres urges rich nations to meet new commitments on climate finance
MASERU, Lesotho (AP) — United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres on Thursday urged rich nations to honor their commitments to help the world's poor countries fight climate change…
Is Namibia going to elect its first female leader?
If things work out as Namibia’s long-time governing party hopes, the country will be electing its first female head of state this week. But a mood of disillusionment with liberation…
South Africa shuts border crossing with Mozambique over poll unrest
South Africa has closed one of its busiest border crossings with Mozambique following violent post-electoral protests in the neighbouring country. The protests have led to deadly clashes…
What it's like to go on a bushwalk in the Kalahari desert
This article was produced by National Geographic Traveller (UK). On an African safari, it’s good to adjust your viewpoint from time to time. As your impressions shift, the experience…
Secret 'sky island' rainforest saved by new discoveries
Perched on a remote mountain top and surrounded by lowlands, Mabu is what's known as a "sky island" and is the largest rainforest in southern Africa. BBC environment correspondent Jonah…