Southern Africa

New Dinosaur Species Discovered in Zimbabwe Rewrites Early Dinosaur Evolution

A newly identified dinosaur from Zimbabwe is reshaping scientists' understanding of early dinosaur diversity spread across southern Africa. Researchers say the discovery shows the region was home to several distinct ecosystems, with different dinosaur species adapting to local environments...

The Origins of Humans May Have Begun by the Sea 70,000 Years Ago

A growing body of research suggests the origins of modern humans may have begun by the sea in southern Africa around 70,000 years ago, with early populations using coastal routes to eventually leave the continent. This theory challenges long-held...

Omicron Variant Spreads Throughout the World; Five Quarantined in Greece

The Omicron Covid variant, first discovered in South Africa, has been detected around the world over the weekend raising fears of new lockdowns. Omicron has now been detected in Belgium, Botswana, Germany, Hong Kong, Israel, Italy, and the United Kingdom....

EU Proposes Southern Africa Travel Ban in Fear of New Variant

A so-called "emergency brake" may soon be applied in the fight against the coronavirus as the EU proposes a Southern Africa travel ban because of a new variant that has developed there. The new strain of the virus has a...