A recent study has uncovered that the Earth's crust in the Turkana Rift of East Africa is much thinner than previously thought, indicating a potential future split of the continent. Published on April 23 in 'Nature Communications', this research could reshape our understanding of the region's geological history.
East Africa is witnessing a surge in ant smuggling activities, highlighted by the arrest of a Chinese national in Kenya with over 2,200 queen ants. This raises concerns about the impact on local ecosystems.
Tanzanian authorities reported that landslides caused by heavy rains in the southern region resulted in at least 20 fatalities, with expectations of rising numbers as search and rescue operations continue.
At least 20 people have died due to landslides caused by heavy rainfall in southern Tanzania, with local authorities warning that the death toll may rise. The region is experiencing severe weather conditions that have already led to fatalities in neighboring Kenya.