Ghana offers a telling example. While the spotlight is often on the rapid growth of the two major cities, Accra or Kumasi, dozens of smaller towns across the country are booming. At the same time, ...

The writer In Ghana, the hum of economic activity is often accompanied by the vibrant pulse of community life. From the bustling markets of Accra to the serene villages nestled in the Central Region, ...

Africa's urban future will be shaped not only by large cities and capitals but also by its many small and medium-sized towns.Large capital cities are no longer the hotspots of rapid urban growth.

At least 15 people were gunned down by Israeli troops trying to get food from a site operated by the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation on Saturday, medics said.

However, in other respects, the Trump administration's Africa strategy represents a drastic shrinkage in outlook and - ...

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At an empty outpost deep in a forest in Mexico, biologists were checking whether the windows had been broken or the furniture ...

The war began when Hamas-led fighters attacked southern Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, killing some 1,200 people, mostly civilians, ...

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass faced criticism over her response to anti-ICE riots, past praise of communist leaders and controversies including a deputy mayor's bomb threat and wildfire handling.

Host Kevin Hart speaks onstage during the 2025 BET Awards at Peacock Theater on June 9, 2025, in Los Angeles. You can bet the ...