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Aish a traditional Mauritanian drink made from camel’s milk. Learn about its cultural significance, taste, look and smell.
Discover how animals survived the African megatsunami 73,000 years ago! A student-friendly guide to a massive wave that ...
Planning a trip to Africa? Learn what kidnapping insurance covers, who needs it, and whether your U.S. travel insurance ...
Story behind a 19th-century Lagos photograph featuring three ordinary women traders, teachers, and healers during colonial Nigeria's transformation.
After his wife’s death, a man places a plaque by the lake. Twenty years later, it's removed—but he and his son still find peace where it once stood.
Mauritius, a jewel in the Indian Ocean, is renowned for its multicultural heritage and vibrant culinary traditions. This island nation’s cuisine is a testament to its history, shaped by the diverse ...
Explore Somalia's most dangerous areas beyond the Green Line. Learn why these zones are off-limits and what travelers and journalists must know.
Nigeria is Africa’s beer belly—literally and culturally. Discover why the Bulge of Africa is a brewing powerhouse beer lovers can’t ignore.
Rabbit learned the hard way in this African folktale to never to make the moon angry and most importantly never interfere with a messenger.