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Nigerian travel vlogger Alma Asinobi attempted to break the record for the fastest journey across all seven continents but faced visa challenges and flight cancelations, preventing her from achieving her goal. In an interview with BBC Africa, she discusses when she realized it would be impossible and mentions changes she would make if she were to attempt the journey again. The video was produced by Jelilat Olawale and Uche Akolisa, filmed by Adekola Olawale and...

Lesotho faces a 50% import tax on textiles, including jeans, exported to the US as part of Trump's reciprocal tariffs, with a focus on reducing trade deficits; other African countries also hit with tariffs ranging from 10-47%, sparking concerns about job losses and economic impact. South Africa, a major exporter of platinum and cars to the US, condemned the punitive tariffs, reflecting strained US-South Africa relations under the Trump administration. Full Article

South Africa's coalition government, formed less than a year ago after the ANC lost its parliamentary majority, is facing instability as sharp divisions between the ANC and DA were exposed in a crucial budget vote. The DA voted against the fiscal framework, demanding spending cuts, while the ANC refused to bow to what it called an "austerity budget". The ANC won support from smaller parties to pass the budget, but the DA has filed court...

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky did not purchase a controlling stake in South Africa's Northam Platinum Mine, despite a viral video, an X post, and an article in a Zimbabwean newspaper suggesting otherwise. The false claims spread online, leading to confusion, but Zelensky's office clarified that he has no involvement in the mining company. The misinformation was debunked, emphasizing the importance of verifying sources before spreading information. Full Article

Conventional thinking suggested that TB transmission primarily occurred in enclosed spaces where people spent extended periods together. However, new data reveals that casual contact in social settings like shopping malls, restaurants, bars, and places of worship also plays a significant role in TB transmission. This challenges previous beliefs and highlights the importance of considering a broader range of environments in efforts to prevent the spread of tuberculosis. Full Article

In her documentary debut, Janaína Nagata uncovers an old 16mm reel that reveals the spectre of apartheid South Africa, featuring exotic safari animals and traditional ceremonies. Through a split-screen composition, Nagata uses modern technology to investigate the footage, identifying key figures like Hendrik Verwoerd. While the convergence of old and new technologies is compelling, the film's narrow focus on visual clues limits its intellectual depth, resulting in an intriguing experiment in montage that lacks broader...