On November 13, African football history will be made in El Iskandriyah, the port city that was once home to the greatest ancient library in the world, when Borg El Arab Stadium will host a qualifying World Cup match between the National Football Teams of Egypt and Ghana. This match would normally be a…
Researchers in Australia have recently discovered a new way of fighting antibiotic-resistant bacteria in an unlikely source. They began looking at Tasmanian devils’ mothers when they noticed that, even though their babies were born without an immune system and do not develop one until about three months after birth, they still seem to thrive…
Fans of the Bolton Wanderers Football Club of Greater Manchester are ecstatic to learn about the signing of free agent Peter Osaze Odemwingie. Odemwingie is a Nigerian striker who can play the forward and winger positions; he is well-known in the English Premier League as a traditional striker who looks for all opportunities to…
“Today is bittersweet for Michelle and I because this marks the final official visit and state dinner of my presidency. But it’s OK. We saved the best for last,” President Obama said, kicking off their star-studded, going away dinner. Organized in honor of Italy’s Prime Minister Matteo Renzi and his wife, Agnese Landini, the Obamas didn’t…
Back in 1972, the Kenya Nut Company was formed in the East African highlands. Known for its focus on the environment and sustainable agricultural practices, the business has caught the eye of international investors for its ability to produce some of the world’s finest macadamia and cashew nuts–two of the most sought after nut treats. …
Located approximately 600 km off the coast of mainland of Africa is the small island nation of Cape Verde. With a mere population of some 500,000 people, it’s not the kind of place one would expect to find one of the best soccer teams on the African continent. However, that is exactly what this…
Luxury goods such as Prada, Louis Vuitton, and Hermès bags are made from juvenile ostrich skin. The skin is also used to make wallets, belts, and shoes. The breeding and slaughter of these animals is mainly conducted in South Africa, most notably West Cape, where the region’s largest farms and slaughter houses are located.…
Cricket South Africa (CSA) has recently passed a dramatic new rule for its national team. The 11 player team must include a minimum of six black players, and at least two black African players. This change came after the government disallowed the team from hosting any major international cricket events four months ago after…
The most recent Great Elephant Census revealed a startling fact: despite conservation efforts, the African savanna elephant population has decreased by 30% since 2007. There are only 352,271 African elephants left in the wild, and the numbers continue to drop at an average rate of 8% per year. What Is The Great Elephant Census?…
The United Nations has entered the discussion on the issue of drug-resistant diseases, which are believed responsible for hundreds of thousands of deaths every year. Secretary General Ban Ki-moon in fact referred to antimicrobial resistance as a “fundamental threat” to global health at a recent UN General Assembly meeting. Officials at the recent meeting…
