-
Meet Team Lioness, the First All-Women Wildlife Ranger Unit in Kenya
In southern Kenya, a group of women called Team Lioness are working to protect wildlife on the Maasai land around Amboseli National Park — and, at the same time, expanding the boundaries of what is expected from Maasai women.
(By NBCLX Contributors Jake Tupman and Jack Somerville) -
The 4 Types of Vacations That May Be Hard to Book in 2022
After two years of vacation plans being halted by Covid-19, travelers are beginning to regain their confidence and are booking holidays up to a year in advance.
-
Russian Footholds in Mideast, Africa Raise Threat to NATO
Far from the icy battlefields of Ukraine, Russia President Vladimir Putin is busily advancing Russia’s footholds and influence in Africa and the Middle East.
-
African Leaders Condemn Russia, But Some Remain Silent as Moscow's Influence Hits Home
As Russia’s invasion of Ukraine escalates, Moscow’s growing influence in Africa has led to divergent responses among the continent’s leaders.
-
How Black Women Entrepreneurs Are Finding Their Niche in Spirituality-Inspired Businesses
For many Black women, the current spiritual boom is not only a way to connect to one’s higher self, but also a means of making money.
-
After Blow of Beijing, Olympians Ask: What About Africa?
African representation in the Winter Olympics has shriveled since a record eight African nations, fielding twice as many athletes as in Beijing, competed in 2018.
-
West Africa's Political System Could See ‘Complete Shakeup' as Coups Spike
An attempted coup was thwarted in the west African coastal nation of Guinea-Bissau last week, the latest in a string of attempted overthrows of governments in the region.
-
A Brief History of African Nations at the Olympic Winter Games
Since 1984 at least one African nation has competed at each subsequent winter Olympics.
-
African Leaders Hail Tutu, But Many Don't Follow His Lead
African leaders are paying tribute to Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu for his fearless campaign that helped end South Africa’s brutal apartheid regime and bring democracy to the country.
-
US to Lift Travel Ban on 8 Southern African Countries Next Week
The White House says the U.S. will lift travel restrictions to eight southern African countries on New Year’s Eve
-
In Zambia, an Amputee Finds Purpose Building Crutches for Children
David Miti was working as a driver and a carpenter in Zambia when he lost his legs to gangrene at the age of 34. He thought his life may be over until he found work — and purpose — through an organization that provides crutches and braces to children with disabilities.
-
Biden Administration Sending 9 million Covid Vaccine Doses to Africa
The Biden administration announced Friday that it is sending nine million Covid vaccine doses to Africa amid growing concerns about the omicron variant.
-
New Omicron Variant Emerges Amid COVID Spike in Massachusetts
The world is on high alert as new cases of the potentially more contagious omicron variant of the coronavirus continue to get reported in Britain and across the globe. Amid fears that the recently identified new variant has the potential to be more resistant to the protection offered by vaccines, there are growing concerns that the pandemic and associated restrictions…
-
CDC, Travelers Concerned Over Omicron Variant in US
Travelers around the world are taking note of a new US travel restriction which applies to South Africa and seven other countries.
-
Travel Writers Name 7 Places That Are Better in Person Than in Pictures
Many destinations don’t live up to the expectations created by manipulated photos. But other places exceed expectations, say CNBC’s travel contributors.
-
‘It's Difficult to Feed Our Families': Volatile Cocoa Prices Are Pushing West African Farmers Further Into Poverty
Some cocoa farmers in Africa are set to lose almost 20% of their incomes, prompting accusations that global chocolate makers are “turning a blind eye” to serious problems.
-
The Cheapest Way to ‘Own' a Superyacht? Buy an Apartment on One
Residential superyachts sell onboard apartments to owners who want top-of-the-line amenities without the hassle of boat maintenance and staffing.
-
UN Endorses World's 1st Malaria Vaccine as ‘Historic Moment'
The World Health Organization has endorsed the world’s first malaria vaccine and said it should be given to children across Africa in the hope that it will spur stalled efforts to curb the spread of the parasitic disease
-
Africa Has Been Shortchanged on Covid Vaccines, African Development Bank Says
Covid vaccines are not getting to Africa in time, in the right quantity and the right price, said Akinwumi Adesina, president of the African Development Bank.
-
Amid Shortages, Africans Scramble to Be Fully Immunized
After a brutal wave of infections driven by the delta variant, many Ugandans seeking a first dose of coronavirus vaccine are competing with hundreds of thousands who have waited months for a second dose