Nigeria’s public spaces neglect the country’s rich cultural traditions – why this matters
As cities expand and global landscape design styles become more common, however, the bond between people and their everyday environments is weakening.
South Africa’s earliest newspapers made money from slavery: book offers new evidence
The South African media have remained silent about their historical role in Cape slavery. Slavery in the country lasted for more than 170 years between 1652 and 1838. Precise numbers are difficult to calculate. But according to the historian Robert Shell, approximately 63,000 enslaved people were imported to the Cape from four main areas: the rest of Africa (26.4%), India (25.9%), Indonesia (22.7%) and Madagascar (25.1%). In 1838 around 37,000 were emancipated.
Public Man
A self-absorbed bestselling author who treats women like trophies meets his match in Ayen, a smart, fearless media powerhouse. The game changes when she writes a scathing viral article about their affair. Now that his ego is hurt and his reputation is ruined, he has to face the truth about who he is.
Abdulrazak Gurnah: searching for signs of Zanzibar’s most famous writer, all I found was trinkets and tourists
Amid the hum of engines and the ceaseless choreography of traffic, I kept searching not just for respite from the heat or wifi or good coffee, but for something literary. I was looking for the celebrated writer Abdulrazak Gurnah. Not the man (he hasn’t lived in Zanzibar for decades), but the essence of his writing, informed by this place: the ache of exile, the weight of history, the restless question of belonging he grapples with.
Why a widows’ empowerment initiative is tackling HIV stigma and cultural barriers in Nyanza
The Widows’ Empowerment Program is an initiative dedicated to giving hope, nurturing resilience and fostering independence among the widows who have continued to face increased vulnerability due to economic hardships, social isolation, legal discrimination and emotional distress.
Breaking Colonial Tongues: Africa’s Linguistic Fault Lines and the Path to Unity
In Africa, colonial languages remain entrenched in governance, education, law, trade and different cultural identities across the continent today. However, digital technologies, especially AI-powered language tools, are offering unprecedented opportunities to dissolve these barriers and amplify Africa’s voice.
East Africa’s upgraded stadiums spark a robust vision for sports tourism
Co-hosted by Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania, the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) convenes Africa’s most skilled footballers to East African pitches. The tournament has catalyzed a reimagining of sports tourism and infrastructure in East Africa.
15 Bold Strategies for Transforming Africa into the World’s Manufacturing Powerhouse
We look at 15 bold, actionable strategies, each linked to a proven global example and clear lessons, to help African policymakers and industry leaders build a continent-wide manufacturing boom that is competitive, inclusive, and sustainable.
10 promising animation studios in Africa
Africa's animation industry has seen remarkable growth in recent years, captivating audiences worldwide with its unique storytelling and creativity. From South Africa to Nigeria, these studios have been making waves and significantly contributing to the vibrant animation landscape across the continent.
Africa’s minerals are being bartered for security: why it’s a bad idea
Resources-for-infrastructure and resources-for-security deals generally offer African nations short-term stability, financing or global goodwill. However, the costs are often long-term because of an erosion of sovereign control.