Throughout African fashion circles, bright fabrics and bold designs are closet staples. Dominating the runway and the streets are multi-coloured, traditional patterned skirts, blouses and dresses such as the Mashua Dress, a maxi length chiffon material dress which features brown and white triangular patterns. The Lalesso Resort Collection features patterns similar to the Mashua in breezy…
Find your perfect safari in Southern Africa for game viewing, amazing beaches, and more, by perusing these eight local places: 1. Kruger National Park For a self-drive safari, Kruger National Park is at the top of the list. Opt for a private lodge for access to expert rangers, trackers, and vehicles, not to mention…
Do you want to trek Mount Kilimanjaro or train for a new job in Johannesburg? Whatever your goal may be, you can effectively get to the finish line when you follow these seven steps: 1. Believe You Can Self-belief is powerful. Starting with a strong belief that you can achieve your goal puts you…
A struggling economy is nothing new to the citizens of Zimbabwe, who have suffered from a stormy economy for many years. The decline began in 1980 after the hands of the government switched from the Rhodesian to the Zimbabwean. As a result of corrupt administration, poor governing, and the use of government funds for…
The impact of technology on Africa is profound, affecting education, the cultural landscape, banking, business, and more. Artistic Expression: Contemporary artists, such as Nkiru Oparah, have begun to create digital images of Africa that reclaim and update typical views of the area. Other artists use animation to tell the story of African people now…
The mobile phone trend is really heating up in Africa as better Internet connections and more advanced technology becomes readily available to people all over the continent. Facebook and other social media usage has grown exponentially now that mobile phones can use wifi as well as data plans for Internet surfing. A study published…
For those planning to visit Kenya, there are several luxury resorts to choose from when it comes to lodging. There are also numerous activities to participate in, such as visiting the City Safari in Nairobi, spending time a the Karen Blixen Museum, or even hanging out at the Nairobi Java House to enjoy…
Technology plays a vital role in society, and in the daily lives of individuals. The world today is connected through wires, air waves, and digitally transmitted images. Information sharing through the internet in West Africa can literally save the lives of thousands of people. More than 170 workers for the United States Centers…
Here are six surefire ways to create a life that abounds with happiness, starting right now: Embrace Yourself Rather than looking to someone else for fulfillment, take a good look at yourself. Show your own self some love and think of the gifts you provide the world. Focus on what you have and accept…
People play sports for many different reasons. However, most people do it for the love of the game. Players are recruited to play on teams on a regular basis, whether for high school, college or for professional sport teams. Athletes from the disadvantaged neighborhoods of South Africa who desire to play sports but can’t…
Health risks and dangerous conditions such as malaria, pneumococcal infections, viral induced encephalopathy, and bacterial blood diseases continue to affect African populations, particularly children, across the continent. These matters also constantly keep Dr. Evelyn Gitau, a cellular immunologist from Kenya, busy in the lab and the field. Dr. Gitau believes that clinical immunity to malaria…
In advance of their new album dropping this summer, TLC has released their track “Way Back” featuring Snoop Dogg. The single has a fun groove and sounds like classic TLC. Both the lyrics and the music are delightfully nostalgic. Anyone who spent the 90s jamming to TLC will happily step back in time with the…
British actor Daniel Kaluuya is fresh from starring in the recent number one movie Get Out as Chris Washington, a photographer who visits his girlfriend’s family with horrifying results. While Americans may not recognize Kaluuya, he is well known to British audiences, having starred as Posh Kenneth on the Britsh television show Skins. He…
Drivers and pedestrians in California could soon share the road with stylish Lexus sports utility vehicles driven solely by technology developed by the company behind the legendary iPhone and Macintosh computers. In mid-April, the Department of Motor Vehicles in California approved a request by Apple to test three luxury hybrid SUVs equipped with self-driving technology…
