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What happens when a species has not been seen by anyone for decades? Environmentalists think of these as "lost species." We do not know if they've gone extinct, or if it's simply that nobody has ...
When they finally appeared on the fifth day, Obame, a wildlife filmmaker from Gabon, captured footage that would become her debut film, Ndossi, blending folklore and conservation from a rarely seen ...
Dive into the enchanting world of fae creatures from mythology and folklore. In this video, we explore the mysterious beings that have captivated cultures for centuries, from the mischievous ...
One Piece has a long history of taking inspiration from real-world myths, and the idea of Imu being connected to an African legend may have revealed more than it seemed at face value.
South Africa’s batting hero Aiden Markram has taken longer than expected to deliver on his promise, but a match-winning century against Australia in the World Test Championship final is being ...
Throughout human history, certain animals have captured our imagination and become powerful symbols in our stories and myths. Among these creatures, the fox stands out as one of the most fascinating ...
Iyanu, a groundbreaking African animation, is reshaping global storytelling with rich culture, myth, and world-class production.
Said to grow in South America and Africa, the ya-te-veo is a massive carnivorous plant that makes the Venus flytrap look like an herbivore. According to folklore, this legendary cryptid is a "terrible ...
A fascinating new study suggests that ancient rock art in South Africa may depict a now-extinct species. According to research published in September 2024, the mysterious tusked animal in the artwork ...
In an ambitious effort to revive the rich tapestry of African folklore and breathe new life into traditional narratives, Linda Somiari-Stewart, a seasoned journalist turned author, has released ...
Africa is home to one of the most diverse mythological canons in the world. These are the best books about African mythology.