Its historical distribution has been greatly reduced and modified. Cheetahs have disappeared from very large areas of the African continent ... impalas, wildebeest calves, and gazelles.

Spotted hyenas (Crocuta crocuta) live across much of sub-Saharan Africa, but the species went ... that can take down large prey such as zebras, wildebeest, and young rhinos, according to the ...

The largest land mammal on Earth and a wonderful example of the strength and grace of hoofed creatures is the African Elephant ... First, the better weight distribution made possible by this split ...

With their strong muscles and agility, lions can easily take down animals as large as buffalo and wildebeest with relative ease ... and geographical distribution across Africa. Despite these ...

including an estimated 25% of Africa’s wild dogs, almost 20% of the continent’s lions, and approximately 15% of the world’s cheetahs. These predators help balance the ecosystem by keeping herbivore ...

Researchers have uncovered the origins and genetic diversity of the Fulani, one of Africa's largest pastoral populations. The ...

BLANTYRE, Malawi ― African lions are declining due to the decrease in their herbivore prey, necessitating the need for ...

Researchers have uncovered the origins and genetic diversity of the Fulani, one of Africa's largest pastoral populations. The study reveals a complex genetic ancestry with influences from both North ...

Millions of years from now, northern Africa could be home to a new ocean, as tectonic plates pull apart along the East African Rift System, according to scientists. Experts have long known that ...

Washington, DC — "Africa can expect substantial changes from the United States over the next four years," Rama Yade, director of the Atlantic Council's Africa Center, wrote in a pre-Inauguration ...

African countries are working together to create larger markets and benefit from economies of scale. In the energy sector, political commitment, better regulations, and public-private financing are ...

African government, business and civil society leaders met in Davos. Image: World Economic Forum/Chris Heeney From its burgeoning youth population to its expanding influence on the global stage ...