AFRICA’S ENERGY PROFILE
In a continent that holds 13% of the world’s population, it is surprising to see that it …
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The uses of microfinance in Africa
Microfinance is a type of banking service offered to people who normally have no access to finance. People excluded from …
Free trade and the African market
Countries today are importing (buying) and exporting (selling) goods from each other more than ever before. This is because of …
What is evolution?
DEFINING EVOLUTION
Evolution is the theory of new species (different types of living things) arising over time. All animal and …
Fertilization and the creation of twins
WHAT IS FERTILISATION?
Fertilisation is the fusion of a man’s sperm with a woman’s egg. It can happen when sperm …
GMOs and Africa’s future in farming
WHAT ARE GM CROPS?
Climate change and population growth are making it harder for African farmers to meet domestic and …
The importance of the Congo Basin for biodiversity and the environment
The Congo Basin is one of the most important wild places left on Earth. At 500 million acres, it is …
The beauty and cultural significance of African textile art
Africa is a continent with so much culture to offer the rest of the world, ranging from music to food …
The Importance of Free Press for a Democracy
The freedom of the press in an exceptionally important aspect of any democratic society. The ability to criticise government policy …
African history: Nzinga of ancient Angola
Africa has a long history of powerful female rulers. Throughout the continent, many communities have trusted women with leadership. History …