The Black Mamba is known as one of the most dangerous snakes on the planet, but what makes it so deadly? With its remarkable speed and deadly venom, it can strike with precision, often leaving no ...

South Africa has one of the world's richest fossil records of hominins (humans and their fossil ancestors). But many ...

Stadium announcer calls Lions players ‘Aussie’, ‘Kiwi’ and ‘South African’ Farrell’s foreign-born contingent come in for renewed stick over their southern-hemisphere roots prior to ...

Known for its impressive 90% hunting success rate, the African Wild Dog stands as one of Africa's most efficient and dangerous predators. Unlike lions and cheetahs, these canines rely on their ...

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Here are 21 facts about the animated Disney classic The Lion King: 1.First, the opening scene wasn't originally intended to be the start of the film. That changed when the filmmakers heard the ...

Here are 21 facts about the animated Disney classic The Lion King: 1.First, the opening scene wasn't originally intended to be the start of the film. That changed when the filmmakers heard the power ...

Abilene's king and queen are leaving the zoo, according to a media release. Abilene Zoo announced Tuesday that their African lions Kenya and Dixie will be moving to another zoo. The lions are part ...

For years, industry critics have argued that South Africa’s captive lions are inbred—but a new study shows that may not be the case.

Tyla was Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards' first African host and she won an award too. The 'Water' musician was later spotted alongside rumoured boyfriend Geo.

The Brisbane Lions have stunned Geelong by 41 points to claim their first win at GMHBA Stadium in 22 years and spoil Patrick Dangerfield's 350th AFL game.