by Michael Bowen & r & In her original conception of the Lion King stage version, Julie Taymor may have switched the gender of Rafiki -- transforming the shaman into a wise woman -- but she wanted ...

The Lion King serves as a sequel and prequel in one, as it sees Rafiki tell Simba and Nala's daughter, Kiara, the story of ...

Baobabs are sometimes called the "tree of life" with their thick trunks, crown of branches and flowers that only open at twilight. But theories about their geographic origin was divided among ...

Rafiki sired more than 12 calves, with Brevard Zoo giraffe matriarchs Milenna and Johari. Their offspring now reside at zoos around the country.

Coalition’s Rafiki is a maneuverable, stable ski that offers a playful ride. Length Skied: 172 cm Stated Weight: 2041 g Stated Dimensions: 137-115-132 Stated Sidecut: 20 m Recommended Mount Point: ...

Director Wanuri Kahiu’s joyous lesbian romance ‘Rafiki’ was banned in her home country of Kenya. So she sued the government—and showed it off to the world.

Rafiki, a beloved giraffe at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens, has died after a long chronic illness, the zoo said. He turned 13 on Oct. 22 – eight days ago.

‘Rafiki’ Review: Lesbian Romance From Kenya Brings Fresh Context to an Old Story Banned in its home country, this delicate love story breaks no new ground, but feels progressive nonetheless.

There's a hidden corner of Disney's Animal Kingdom you can't get to by foot. You need to take a train to get to Rafiki's Planet Watch, but it's well worth the detour for several unique ...

Rafiki the giraffe was one of the Brevard Zoo’s original giraffes in its Expedition Africa habitat. He was 25 and fathered numerous calves during his time at the zoo.