Plascon And Durban Artist Pay Tribute To Afro-Futurism In A Welcoming, Colourful Mural
Popular Durban artist, Kev Seven is seizing the moment with an edgy new mural that pays homage to Afro-Futurism, fashion, the evolution of African identity and its relationship to the modern world. The mural forms part of an initiative – set to bring colour to public spaces – supported by coatings brand, Plascon. Seven’s fresh […]
Childhood Malaria A Major Burden For Africa But One That Can Be Overcome
By Gregory Rockson In the last two decades, worldwide activities to control the spread and impact of malaria have yielded tremendous gains, including the aversion of 1.5 billion infections and 7.6 million deaths. However, since 2014, the progress has slowed down due to a reduction in investments in malaria research and control innovations, as well […]
The Invisible Women In Energy: Biomass Producers Who Deserve More Recognition
By Philippe Benoit and Jully Meriño As the world looks to address issues of gender equity, development and climate change, the importance of increasing the participation of women in the energy sector is gaining attention. To date, this topic has generally been framed around the underrepresentation of women in the energy workforce. But this ignores an important reality: […]
Gurus & Griots – Announcement Release
IE University has announced the inaugural cohort of its premier Gurus and Griots fellowship program, an academic accelerator hosted by the IE Africa Center that puts African and Afro-descendent leaders front and center as educators and representatives of IE University. The Fellows for 2021 are: · Akinkunmi Akinnola – Senior Manager, Marketing & Communications – Canadian Centre […]
Bednet Manufacturer, Vestergaard, Calls For Strategic Partnerships To Accelerate Innovation In Malaria Bednets
Bednet development must progress as fast as mosquito’s resistance evolves As World Malaria Day was marked across the globe, Global health company Vestergaard formed part of a panel to discuss lessons and opportunities in the fight against Malaria. The three-part webinar series, hosted by The Corporate Alliance on Malaria in Africa (CAMA) and its partners, highlighted how countries and businesses have adapted […]
