President Robert Mugabe of Zimbabwe recently lectured critics who think he has been in power for too long. He swore to maintain control of government until his death. The Zimbabwean leader has led the country since its Independence in 1980. In January 2015, Mugabe became the AU chairperson in the midst of a…
Water wells provide major opportunities to better lives in arid communities across Africa. While many parts of the globe take water as a human right, safe water is non-existent in many African villages. Sub-Saharan Africa has only 61 percent water coverage, as per the United Nations. This issue is avoidable, with the help of…
Tinsel is a Nigerian soap opera on its eighth season, and has been on the air since 2008. It is famously known for its clarity in vision and attention to detail of production. While mostly comprised of Nigerians, the 80-person cast is made up of actors from both Nigeria and Ghana. For many years,…
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…
Parents of 82 schoolgirls kept captive for three years by Boko Haram in Nigeria were anxiously awaiting to see them as of Wednesday, May 10. The families have not been given any guarantees as to when they will be able to see the girls, who were released in a prisoner exchange between Boko Haram and the…
Nicki Minaj has promoted a number of causes over the years and has made some huge donations. Her latest act of philanthropy took place unexpectedly on Twitter this Saturday night. While tweeting about a lip-synching contest, she mentioned that she makes plenty of money, enough to fly a winner out from anywhere in the world. A user…
Veteran journalist April Ryan perfectly exemplifies the sentiment expressed by the actor Eddie Cantor that “it takes twenty years to become an overnight success.” Ms. Ryan has toiled for exactly 20 years as the White House correspondent for American Urban Radio Networks (AURN) – an outlet barely known outside the African-American community, but prominent within it as…
One of the most celebrated African-American novelists of our time, Colson Whitehead is now the winner of the 2017 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction for his novel The Underground Railroad. With six novels under his belt, Whitehead is known for his genre-bending stories that focus on race, class, commercialism, and American history. Whitehead was born in New York City in…
