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Ethiopian migrants have transformed a supposedly "declining" Johannesburg neighborhood into a thriving $1.3 billion trading hub that outearns South Africa's largest mall. Their self-organized network now supports hundreds of thousands across southern Africa.
Researchers in South Africa are using satellite data to predict malaria outbreaks after floods, helping vulnerable communities prepare before the disease spreads. Their work could transform how disaster relief protects millions across southern Africa.
Seven countries in Southern Africa have achieved up to 50% reductions in maternal deaths while continuing to lead the world in HIV response. The SADC region's bold 2018 health strategy is delivering measurable results for women and girls across the continent.
A new health scorecard shows 16 Southern African nations have made major progress in reproductive health, with 12 countries lowering teen pregnancy rates and 6 reducing maternal deaths. The wins come from better sex education in schools and focused health programs, though experts say continued investment is needed to keep the momentum going.
After two devastating cyclones hit Madagascar within 10 days, Southern Africa's emergency response network is mobilizing to help 270,000 affected people rebuild. The regional deployment shows how neighboring nations are turning climate disasters into opportunities for unity.
Three Southern African nations are moving forward with an ambitious 700-kilometer water pipeline that will carry precious water from Lesotho's highlands through South Africa to water-scarce Botswana. A new $1.83 million grant will fund the critical planning studies needed to make this life-changing regional project a reality.
New research reveals how early humans in southern Africa developed breakthrough technologies through social networks and mobility rather than simply adapting to weather changes. The findings challenge long-held beliefs about what sparked innovation in our ancestors.
Scientists watching a star 1,500 times bigger than our Sun are witnessing something they've never seen before: it's changing dramatically within just a few years. The giant star WOH G64 is dimming, shrinking, and possibly revealing a hidden companion star.
Botswana is considering removing disease-control fences that have killed hundreds of thousands of migrating animals since the 1950s. A new study shows the barriers don't actually protect cattle and removing them could boost both wildlife tourism and farming income.
Namibia is celebrating its commitment to wetland conservation, protecting five major sites that provide water, food, and livelihoods to rural communities. A new regional initiative will help Southern African nations share best practices for managing these vital ecosystems.
A team of fossil hunters stumbled upon more than two dozen dinosaur tracks on South Africa's Western Cape coast, making them the youngest dinosaur footprints ever discovered in southern Africa. The 132-million-year-old prints fill a massive gap in the region's prehistoric record.
When devastating floods left over 650,000 people stranded across Mozambique, neighboring African nations sent expert rescue teams within days. The Southern African Development Community's Emergency Response Team arrived on January 24 to coordinate life-saving relief efforts.
Zimbabwe's major dams have surged to 89% capacity, up nearly 18 points from last year, bringing water relief to millions after heavy seasonal rains. Eleven dams now overflow while urban centers like Harare see hopeful signs for water security.
On November 25, 2030, a total solar eclipse will sweep across southern Africa and Australia, offering travelers the rare chance to combine celestial wonder with safari adventures and world-class stargazing. Over 10 million people live in the path of totality, which stretches nearly 9,000 miles across the Southern Hemisphere.
The South African National Defence Force is saving lives across two countries after devastating floods hit southern Africa. Their rescue helicopters are pulling stranded families to safety in both South Africa and Mozambique.