In Togo’s rural communities, women bear much of the family responsibilities. However, they remain active in their communities’ development despite these socio-cultural pressures.

Hippopotamuses are some of nature’s heavyweights. Their massive size and aggressive temperament have earned them a spot as ...

Hippos are some of the earth’s largest land animals. Their name derives from Greek when they were called “river horses,” ...

Protesters and security forces have clashed for a second day in Lomé, Togo's capital, over constitutional reforms that could ...

Tove Jansson was a trailblazing illustrator and author—and the inventor of the beloved Moomins, the central characters of her ...

Protests erupt in Togo’s capital Lomé as President Faure Gnassingbé faces criticism over constitutional changes that could ...

With jaws that stretch four feet wide and tusks up to 20 inches long, hippos are built for brutal combat in the wild.

And there is also a hidden hippo. You might look at the image and think it's just a regular park scene. However, here's a challenge for you: try to find the hidden hippo within this picture.

On Sunday, Hannah Shirley — a 65-inch-long, 400 to 500 pound pygmy hippo — surpassed the previous age record for her species in managed care of 51 years, 6 months and 2 days.

On Sunday, Hannah Shirley — a 65-inch-long, 400 to 500 pound pygmy hippo — surpassed the previous age record for her species in managed care of 51 years, 6 months and 2 days.

When a bull elephant and hippo meet in a watering hole, it's not always a peaceful coexistence. In the accompanying footage, captured by Scott Hyman in Botswana, South Africa, ...