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2 min. read Researchers at Penn’s School of Engineering and Applied Science and collaborators from the University of Michigan have created the world’s smallest fully programmable, autonomous robots: microscopic swimming machines that can independently sense and respond to their surroundings, operate for months, and cost just a penny each.Barely visible to the naked eye, each […]

NEWSEvery day, OkayAfrica shares a roundup of news we’re following but haven’t published as full articles. These short updates cover what’s happening on the continent — in culture, politics, and beyond. For more on stories like these, be sure to check out our News page, with stories from across the regions.As backlash mounts after the […]

Darts Kenya’s David Munyua came from 2-0 down to defeat world No 18 Mike De Decker while Japan’s Motomu Sakai beat Thibault Tricole in straight sets; watch Thursday evening’s session featuring Michael van Gerwen and Fallon Sherrock from 7pm live on Sky Sports DartsThursday 18 December 2025 20:31, UKPlease use Chrome browser for a more […]

The multinational banking organization predicts “firm” nonferrous metals prices in 2026 and 2027 based on modest demand growth and tightening supply conditions. By Brian Taylor, Senior Editor The metals and minerals price index of the Washington-based World Bank Group steadied in November, with the organization predicting more of the same for 2026 and 2027. The […]

NEWSEvery day, OkayAfrica shares a roundup of news we’re following but haven’t published as full articles. These short updates cover what’s happening on the continent — in culture, politics, and beyond. For more on stories like these, be sure to check out our News page, with stories from across the regions.As backlash mounts after the […]