Tag: Africa
by Companies are trying to attract more smartphone users across Africa. But there are risks
ACCRA, Ghana (AP) – Anita Akpeere prepared fried rice in her kitchen in Ghana’s capital as she flashed app restaurant orders on her phone. “I …
More money is going to African climate startups, but a huge funding gap remains
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) – When Ademola Adesina founded a startup to provide solar and battery-based power subscription packages to individuals and businesses in Nigeria in …
Danish runner contesting Russ Cook’s claim says he wants to ‘get the facts right’
A Danish ultrarunner challenging a Briton’s claim to be the first person to run the length of Africa has said the Briton has achieved an …
The series discusses Hardest Geezer’s claim to the African ‘record’ run
The Hardest Geezer’s claim to be the first person to run the length of Africa has been disputed. Russ Cook, from West Sussex, completed his …
The best shopping in Cape Town
You’ll find the best shopping in Cape Town in pockets and on certain streets – Green Market Square is a good start – JEFF GREENBERG …
What the Red Sea attacks could mean for your cruise holidays
Some cruise lines are rerouting itineraries that involved transit through the Suez Canal – Alamy As the conflict with Iran-backed Houthi rebels escalates in Yemen …
Stigma against gay men could worsen Congo’s biggest mpox outbreak, scientists warn
KINSHASA, Congo (AP) – As Congo deals with its largest outbreak of mpox, scientists warn that discrimination against gay and bisexual men on the continent …