Traditional African medicine
Traditional medical practices in Africa
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| 2024 |
Divriği Great Mosque and Hospital
By the end of the year, the site attracted over 150,000 visitors, highlighting its growing importance in cultural tourism.
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| 2024 |
Divriği Great Mosque and Hospital
Divriği Great Mosque and Hospital site included in the newly established Divriği National Park, becoming Turkey's 50th national park and ensuring preservation of the architectural and cultural heritage.
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| 2024 |
Centella asiatica
A medical review highlighted potential liver damage risks associated with Centella asiatica consumption, noting case reports of liver disease developing after extended use of foods or dietary supplements containing the herb.
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| May 2024 |
Divriği Great Mosque and Hospital
Mosque reopened to visitors after completing the restoration project, which included reinforcing the leaning minaret, restoring the hospital courtyard pool, and developing surrounding landscaping.
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| 2022 |
Kola nut
Nigeria led global kola nut production, accounting for 55% of the world's total production with 174,108 tonnes. Other top producing countries included Côte d'Ivoire (58,641 tonnes), Cameroon (48,571 tonnes), Ghana (24,644 tonnes), and Sierra Leone (8,450 tonnes).
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| 2022 |
Traditional healers of Southern Africa
Mandlakazi passes away, after a life dedicated to traditional healing, oceanic spirituality, and environmental advocacy.
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| February 2022 |
Divriği Great Mosque and Hospital
Restoration work resumed, focusing on the final stages of the preservation project.
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| 2021 |
Divriği Great Mosque and Hospital
A new tender was held to continue the restoration efforts for the mosque and hospital complex.
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| 2020 |
Traditional healers of Southern Africa
Vusamazulu Credo Mutwa passes away, concluding a lifetime of contributions to African mythology, folklore, and traditional healing.
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| 2019 |
Divriği Great Mosque and Hospital
Restoration project temporarily halted due to financial constraints, despite completing several stages of work.
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| 2017 |
Divriği Great Mosque and Hospital
Restoration work resumed after a previous halt, continuing efforts to preserve and stabilize the historic complex.
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| 2015 |
Divriği Great Mosque and Hospital
First restoration tender held for the Divriği Great Mosque and Hospital complex, initiating a comprehensive restoration project.
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| 2010 |
Traditional healers of Southern Africa
Busi Mhlongo passes away, leaving behind a legacy of music deeply rooted in traditional healing and spiritual themes.
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