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A French expat has found her spiritual home celebrating Mahashivaratri in Mauritius for three years running, joining thousands of Hindu pilgrims in the island nation's biggest religious festival. Her story reveals a side of Mauritius most tourists never see.
A new survey reveals overwhelming public support for progressive reproductive health policies in Mauritius, including keeping pregnant girls in school and accessible contraception. The findings show a nation ready to embrace comprehensive sexual health education for its young people.
While other nations scramble to regulate AI after deployment, Mauritius built ethics into its strategy from the start. The island nation's approach could reshape how smaller economies compete in the global tech race.
Mauritius just unveiled a groundbreaking digital platform that helps small island nations attract funding for solar projects, starting with 220 MW of its own renewable energy. The World Bank-backed marketplace could transform how vulnerable island states access clean energy investments.
After 60 years of forced displacement, the Chagossian people are claiming their right to return to their ancestral islands in the Indian Ocean. A recent landing by four Chagossians signals a new chapter in their fight for self-determination.
A groundbreaking nine-country African collaboration has sequenced over 1,000 genomes from underrepresented communities, revealing millions of new genetic variants that could revolutionize how doctors predict and treat diseases worldwide. The project corrects a dangerous medical blind spot: most genetic research comes from European populations, making current disease predictions dangerously inaccurate for African patients.
Diplomats from over 30 countries gathered in Beijing to celebrate wins in women's rights and plan future collaboration. The event blended cultural heritage with concrete progress on gender equality.
Cape Town International Airport has claimed the top spot in Africa's airport rankings, recognized for exceptional service and world-class facilities. South Africa secured three positions in the continent's top 10 airports.
Nearly 20 million children in Africa have been saved from measles since 2000 through expanded vaccination programs. Three countries just became the first in sub-Saharan Africa to completely eliminate measles and rubella.
Nigerian tech companies are dominating Africa's fastest growing businesses, proving the continent's digital economy is booming. Five firms from Nigeria made the top 12 list, solving real problems from healthcare to financial access.
Sudan's Ministry of Health just signed a landmark agreement to wipe out malaria in Gezira State, bringing new hope to one of the country's most populated regions. The partnership marks a major step toward the nation's goal of becoming completely malaria-free.
Nigeria just secured $425 million to build eight solar manufacturing plants, transforming from an energy importer to a clean energy exporter serving West Africa. Seven neighboring nations are now adopting Nigeria's renewable energy playbook.
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The Smithsonian's National Museum of African Art just unveiled "Here," featuring nearly 60 works from 30 LGBTQ+ artists across Africa and its diasporas. It's the biggest exhibition of its kind ever, challenging stereotypes and celebrating joy, community, and centuries of diverse African identity.
Four African countries rank among the world's fastest-growing economies for global trade connections, with tourism up 17% since 2019. Despite worldwide uncertainty, Sub-Saharan Africa is transforming from aid to trade.
Nigerian sprint hurdler Tobi Amusan, who holds the world record at 12.12 seconds, will compete against Olympic and world champions at the Diamond League season opener in Shanghai. The three-time Diamond League winner is fresh off leading Nigeria's team at the African Championships in Ghana.
Measles vaccinations have saved nearly 20 million lives across Africa over the past 24 years, protecting more than 500 million children through routine immunization programs. Despite remarkable progress, health officials say more work is needed to reach every child on the continent.
Four African countries rank among the world's fastest-improving economies for global trade connections over the past two decades. Despite worldwide uncertainty, these nations are transforming from aid recipients to trade powerhouses.
Giant tortoises once thought lost forever just returned to their Galápagos island home, marking the end of a 26-year conservation quest. The 158 animals released last week will help restore an entire ecosystem that's been missing its keystone species since the 1840s.
Nearly 20 million children in Africa are alive today because of measles vaccinations since 2000. Three countries just achieved a milestone no sub-Saharan African nation has reached before.
Planet Classroom just released six new short films spotlighting real solutions to climate change, AI ethics, and food security. Created by young filmmakers for youth audiences, the documentaries move beyond awareness to show what's actually working.
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