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The Conversation

The Conversation Africa is an independent source of news and views from the academic and research community, delivered direct to the public.

The Conversation Africa is a non-profit, public benefit organisation. It is supported by a number of donors as well as academic institutions.

The Conversation Africa is an independent source of news and views from the academic and research community, delivered direct to the public.

The Conversation Africa is a non-profit, public benefit organisation. It is supported by a number of donors as well as academic institutions.

Latest articles written by The Conversation:

  1. Ethiopia’s civil war: What’s fueling the Amhara rebellion?

    Amhara rebellion fuelled by unaddressed grievances, aftermath of Tigray war and federal disarmament efforts.

    Amhara forces
  2. So, how do coconuts get their water?

    Coconut trees are called “nature’s supermarket” or the “tree of life” in several cultures.

    Coconut milk
  3. DRC conflict: Inside Rwanda-Belgium fallout

    At the root of this diplomatic fallout is the resurgence of the rebel group, M23.

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  4. Can a daily nap do more harm than good?

    Napping is a double-edged sword.

  5. Battle for Khartoum: Tracking Sudan’s war over two years

    The conflict stems from a long-standing power struggle over military control and integration.

    sudan
  6. Why making maths optional is a bad idea and what should happen instead

    Maths is a compulsory subject in the first 12 years of basic education in many African countries.

  7. Uncovered: Islamic State in Somalia

    The Islamic State of Somalia has used Puntland's smuggling networks and rugged terrain to grow.

    Al-Shabaab
  8. Here’s how to get a clean shave – tips from a skin expert

    Shaving isn't just about grooming - it's an art that requires care to protect your skin.

  9. Unpacked: The escalating violence in South Sudan

    Experts: Indiscriminate attacks, political scapegoating, and ethnic tensions risk sparking new civil war.

    President Salva Kiir and Riek Machar
  10. Why Ethiopia’s Tigray crisis is far from over

    The war has left millions struggling for basic necessities like food and medicine.

  11. Sudan’s war: What’s driving UAE and Saudi Arabia interests?

    Saudi Arabia and UAE influence in Sudanese politics increased under President al-Bashir.

  12. What’s the difference between wholemeal and wholegrain bread?

    Which one’s healthier? Here's a closer look at the nutritional composition of these breads.

    Wholegrain bread
  13. How Putin and Elon Musk are weakening European democracies

    The Romanian Constitutional Court annulled the presidential elections, citing evidence of large-scale external interference.

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  14. Gaza or Donald Trump? Egypt’s big dilemma

    A second Trump presidency poses major challenges for Egypt.

  15. Gold price hits record highs, What’s driving it?

    The gold price has surged to a new all-time high above US$2,900 (A$4,544) an ounce this month. It has risen by 12% since the start of the year and clearly outperformed US and Australian stock...

    Goldbars
  16. Expired medicine? Here's what you should do

    Medications degrade over time. That means they may not work as intended once they reach and pass their expiry date.

    Antibiotics
  17. What does weight have to do with menstruation?

    Maintaining a healthy weight is key to regular menstruation.

  18. Explained: Why Donald Trump really wants Ukraine’s minerals

    Rare minerals such as gallium are critical for advanced defence technologies but are not readily available to the US.

  19. Pope Francis in hospital: What is ‘double pneumonia’ ?

    Pneumonia is a serious infection that fills the lungs with liquid or pus and can make it difficult to breathe.

    Pope Francis
  20. Myth, money and female power in Zimbabwe’s mines

    Golden matriarchs: While cultural beliefs ban women from mines, spiritual possession gives them unprecedented power over male miners.