This article had a little bit of interesting history. The author didn't come right out and say it, but likes it better than the GS. The author also compared it to just about everything, including the Nordon 901, except the Tenere.
2022 Honda Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES DCT Review: A True All-Terrain Big-Bore Adventure Bike (msn.com)
2022 Honda Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES DCT Review: A True All-Terrain Big-Bore Adventure Bike (msn.com)