Paul Theroux on What’s Really Wrong With Africa
Travel writer Paul Theroux on why his latest book, "The Lower River", looks at the damage done by nongovernmental organizations in Africa.
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Insuring Livestock in Kenya, Via Satellite
Camels mean cash in Kenya. But severe drought routinely kills off livestock, and families go bankrupt, unless they have an innovative insurance plan.
Will Nigeria’s ‘Airport City’ Dreams Take Flight?
Developers and politicians hope a new airport-cum-city near the African nation’s capital will bring some stability — and respect — to the troubled region.
A Masterful Look at Anti-Apartheid
South Africa’s painful journey from white minority domination to democracy, and the roles played by the rest of the world, is chronicled in a five-part documentary airing on PBS.
Jimmy Carter Wants to Finish Off Guinea Worm
The former U.S. president asks for $93 million to eradicate a neglected disease that lingers in the new Republic of South Sudan.
Greece, North Africa Promote Their Solar Projects
Competing solar projects are vying to supply Germany's renewable desires, each one trying to push the other into the shade.
Climate Change Pushing Millions to Edge of Starvation
Climatologist Chris Funk explains his findings that long-term ocean warming has created a chain reaction that is likely to permanently dry out East Africa.
Congo’s Violent Rape Epidemic Needs a Cure
Can the U.S. Army help stop an epidemic of rape and sexual violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo?
Climate Change, Agricultural Production and Africa’s Poor
With climate change set to wreck agriculture in Sub-Saharan Africa, what will happen to the world's poorest people?
Protecting the Child Beggars of Senegal
When they beg for alms, are Senegalese "talibés" supporting Quranic schools — or being exploited? The government begins a fitful program of regulation.