Africa
The large continent of Africa and the countries that belong to it - want to know about them? The flora and fauna in the African continent and the vacation spots it hosts are a treat for wildlife and nature tourism enthusiasts around the world. The culture of Africa, the African countries and interesting facts about them - you will get them all here. Know more about this geographically and culturally diverse continent - Africa.
Pipeline Explosion in Nairobi Leaves at Least 75 Kenyans Dead
A buildup of pressure in a pipeline in Kenya caused a gas leak and subsequent explosion that has killed over 75 people.
Facts about Zimbabwe
One of the most interesting African countries to attract a tourist is Zimbabwe. So if you wish to explore Zimbabwe, you would want to read this article for some interesting facts.
Famine in Kenya Means Many Children are at Risk
A drought that has turned into a famine in Africa has placed hundreds of thousands of Somali children at risk.
North African Countries
There are 7 North African countries that are separated from the rest of the African continent by the Sahara desert. Read on to learn more about these countries...
Ivory Coast - What Is The Real Problem?
This article is the personal view of the author and is the result of accumulated years of watching African Politics from a third world country on the outside.
Ghana Facts
Ghana is the second largest producer of cocoa in the world - there, I see that your interest has been aroused! Here are some Ghana facts that are interesting as well as informative and would amuse you to no end while telling you a lot about this West African republic...
Swaziland Facts
The compilation of Swaziland facts provided in this write-up will give you the details of some lesser known attributes of this African nation. Continue reading for some interesting facts about the Kingdom of Swaziland.
Madagascar Facts
The article presents before us, few of the important Madagascar facts. History, geography and other aspects are covered in this article through facts about Madagascar.
Best Vacation Spots in Africa
The continent of Africa is full of beautiful places from forests to beaches! Presented below are the best vacation spots in Africa for families and couples. Read on.
How Many Countries are There in Africa
How many countries are in Africa? Anyone, well I think it would be above 40 as the African continent is the second largest after Asia and is also one of the most disputed territories known to man. In this piece of information we learn many things about this controversial continent and list out it's countries.
Deepest River
Did you know that the deepest river in the world is the Congo River of Africa. Given below is a compilation of some of the lesser known facts about R. Congo with special emphasis on its depth.
Beneath the Lion`s Gaze – A Novel by Maaza Mengiste – 2/2
I would like people to remember most that this is a story about family, about the strength of a group of people who come together in the name of love.
Facts on Africa
A compilation of some of the most amazing facts of Africa, which make it one of the most interesting places on the Earth. After all, there are not many places in the world wherein you will find deserts, diamonds, pyramids and rich wildlife together.
UN Investigator Deported
Zimbabwe deports UN rights expert, Manfred Nowak.
List of African Countries and Capitals
The African continent is bordered by the Mediterranean Sea on the north, the Red Sea and the Suez Canal on the northeast, the Atlantic Ocean on the west and the Indian Ocean on the southeast. Take a look at the various African countries and their capitals.
Culture in South Africa
South Africa is a kaleidoscope of culture; a big warm colorful melting pot of culture that is full of exotic ingredients and tasty surprises, and has since then evolved and developed its rich flavors over the centuries. Get a taste of the South African rainbow of culture right from Zulu to archeology, and with a dollop of Kwaito, Quagga, Jukskei, and Corné to go!
Free Education for Children in Kenya? A Free Education It’s Not
When the Kenyan government issued the edict of free education for all children in the country, it didn’t consider the cost.
Ubuntu - African Philosophy
Ubuntu, a Bantu word, defines what it means to be truly human. We affirm our humanity when we acknowledge that of others.
Aksum - World Heritage Site from Ethiopia
The Kingdom of Aksum, in the Tigrai Region close to the North-Eastern Border of Ethiopia, was once the most powerful reigning state between the Eastern Roman Empire and Persia.
World water crisis alarming
Scientists fear that the water scarcity in the African continent may leave many areas parched and affect cultivation.
Crisis in Liberia-need for an international peace-keeping force
Liberia on the West African Coast is in the throes of a civil war which could cause humanitarian problems of gigantic proportions. The prolonged civil war in the country has already caused the loss of more than 2,00,000 lives and displaced more than 1.5 million people.
Africa: Namibia: Resemblance to the Southwestern United States
Located in southwestern Africa, Namibia awes tourists with the sheer magnitude of its landscape and the breadth of its animal species.
Nigeria at 50
To mark the 50th birthday of Nigeria by seeing Nigeria in my own perspective.
Kenya's Political Rivals Agree to Share Power
Kenyan political and tribal opponents Mwai Kibaki and Raila Odinga have agreed to a power-sharing arrangement, creating a shaky peace among the nation’s traumatized people.
Violence Erupts in Kenya After Disputed Election
After last week's close election, tribal clashes unleashed a wave of violence, rocking the usually stable nation of Kenya.
U.S Special Envoy to the Sudan: It's Genocide! No, it isn't!
Andrew Natsios, the U.S. Special Envoy to the Sudan, seems schizophrenic as he one week denies the use of genocide to describe Darfur and then the next week, calls the situation a "bloodbath."
The Role of the United States in the Darfur Genocide
The United States relies on the Sudanese government for intelligence on the war on terror, while at the same time turning a blind eye to the horrors taking place daily in Darfur.
CDC and WHO Battle Marburg Outbreak in Angola, With Over 400 Dead
The CDC has joined other global health organizations to help control the Marburg hemorrhagic fever outbreak in Angola that has already claimed 400 lives.
A buildup of pressure in a pipeline in Kenya caused a gas leak and subsequent explosion that has killed over 75 people.
Facts about Zimbabwe
One of the most interesting African countries to attract a tourist is Zimbabwe. So if you wish to explore Zimbabwe, you would want to read this article for some interesting facts.
Famine in Kenya Means Many Children are at Risk
A drought that has turned into a famine in Africa has placed hundreds of thousands of Somali children at risk.
North African Countries
There are 7 North African countries that are separated from the rest of the African continent by the Sahara desert. Read on to learn more about these countries...
Ivory Coast - What Is The Real Problem?
This article is the personal view of the author and is the result of accumulated years of watching African Politics from a third world country on the outside.
Ghana Facts
Ghana is the second largest producer of cocoa in the world - there, I see that your interest has been aroused! Here are some Ghana facts that are interesting as well as informative and would amuse you to no end while telling you a lot about this West African republic...
Swaziland Facts
The compilation of Swaziland facts provided in this write-up will give you the details of some lesser known attributes of this African nation. Continue reading for some interesting facts about the Kingdom of Swaziland.
Madagascar Facts
The article presents before us, few of the important Madagascar facts. History, geography and other aspects are covered in this article through facts about Madagascar.
Best Vacation Spots in Africa
The continent of Africa is full of beautiful places from forests to beaches! Presented below are the best vacation spots in Africa for families and couples. Read on.
How Many Countries are There in Africa
How many countries are in Africa? Anyone, well I think it would be above 40 as the African continent is the second largest after Asia and is also one of the most disputed territories known to man. In this piece of information we learn many things about this controversial continent and list out it's countries.
Deepest River
Did you know that the deepest river in the world is the Congo River of Africa. Given below is a compilation of some of the lesser known facts about R. Congo with special emphasis on its depth.
Beneath the Lion`s Gaze – A Novel by Maaza Mengiste – 2/2
I would like people to remember most that this is a story about family, about the strength of a group of people who come together in the name of love.
Facts on Africa
A compilation of some of the most amazing facts of Africa, which make it one of the most interesting places on the Earth. After all, there are not many places in the world wherein you will find deserts, diamonds, pyramids and rich wildlife together.
UN Investigator Deported
Zimbabwe deports UN rights expert, Manfred Nowak.
List of African Countries and Capitals
The African continent is bordered by the Mediterranean Sea on the north, the Red Sea and the Suez Canal on the northeast, the Atlantic Ocean on the west and the Indian Ocean on the southeast. Take a look at the various African countries and their capitals.
Culture in South Africa
South Africa is a kaleidoscope of culture; a big warm colorful melting pot of culture that is full of exotic ingredients and tasty surprises, and has since then evolved and developed its rich flavors over the centuries. Get a taste of the South African rainbow of culture right from Zulu to archeology, and with a dollop of Kwaito, Quagga, Jukskei, and Corné to go!
Free Education for Children in Kenya? A Free Education It’s Not
When the Kenyan government issued the edict of free education for all children in the country, it didn’t consider the cost.
Ubuntu - African Philosophy
Ubuntu, a Bantu word, defines what it means to be truly human. We affirm our humanity when we acknowledge that of others.
Aksum - World Heritage Site from Ethiopia
The Kingdom of Aksum, in the Tigrai Region close to the North-Eastern Border of Ethiopia, was once the most powerful reigning state between the Eastern Roman Empire and Persia.
World water crisis alarming
Scientists fear that the water scarcity in the African continent may leave many areas parched and affect cultivation.
Crisis in Liberia-need for an international peace-keeping force
Liberia on the West African Coast is in the throes of a civil war which could cause humanitarian problems of gigantic proportions. The prolonged civil war in the country has already caused the loss of more than 2,00,000 lives and displaced more than 1.5 million people.
Africa: Namibia: Resemblance to the Southwestern United States
Located in southwestern Africa, Namibia awes tourists with the sheer magnitude of its landscape and the breadth of its animal species.
Nigeria at 50
To mark the 50th birthday of Nigeria by seeing Nigeria in my own perspective.
Kenya's Political Rivals Agree to Share Power
Kenyan political and tribal opponents Mwai Kibaki and Raila Odinga have agreed to a power-sharing arrangement, creating a shaky peace among the nation’s traumatized people.
Violence Erupts in Kenya After Disputed Election
After last week's close election, tribal clashes unleashed a wave of violence, rocking the usually stable nation of Kenya.
U.S Special Envoy to the Sudan: It's Genocide! No, it isn't!
Andrew Natsios, the U.S. Special Envoy to the Sudan, seems schizophrenic as he one week denies the use of genocide to describe Darfur and then the next week, calls the situation a "bloodbath."
The Role of the United States in the Darfur Genocide
The United States relies on the Sudanese government for intelligence on the war on terror, while at the same time turning a blind eye to the horrors taking place daily in Darfur.
CDC and WHO Battle Marburg Outbreak in Angola, With Over 400 Dead
The CDC has joined other global health organizations to help control the Marburg hemorrhagic fever outbreak in Angola that has already claimed 400 lives.