One of the Best Destinations in Africa for Wildlife Lovers
The stark Kalahari Desert covers much of Botswana, providing an unorthodox stage for an African safari. At first, the desert might seem lifeless and uninhabited, but the dry plains play host to unusual delights that make for a magical travel experience: endless salt pans, ephemeral lakes, islands of baobab trees, friendly meerkat colonies, Neolithic sites […]
The First Eco-recreational Centre Opens in Kigali
The Nyandungu Eco-Tourism Park, represents the value of restoring urban ecosystems and will serve as a blueprint for other wetlands in Kigali and across the country, said Juliet Kabera, Director General of the Rwanda Environment Management Authority (REMA), at the launch event. The restoration of the wetland and creation of an eco-tourism park saw the […]
Five New Luxury Hotels and Lodges in Africa that Opened between 2021 and 2022
Accessible via a scenic speedboat ride, Hilton Maldives Amingiri Resort & Spa provides a private pool for each of its villas, with breathtaking views of its turquoise waters. Opened this year, Hilton has debuted in the Maldives, one of the world’s favorite vacation destinations. The hotel is located on an island in the North Malé […]
In West Africa and Beyond, Mali’s Famed Manuscripts Are Put to Use
Thanks to a massive preservation effort, the legendary manuscripts of Mali, are now available for the world to see on Google Arts and Culture. Providing insight into centuries old cultures in Africa, the manuscripts document an important part of history and were nearly destroyed when jihadists occupied the city of Timbuktu in 2012. SOURCE: THE NEW […]
The Future of Mud
Efforts to combat global warming and climate change often look to new technologies, but a renewed focus on ancient, low-tech building traditions is also showing promise. Thanks to the efforts of Pritzker prize winning architect, Francis Kéré, greater attention is being paid to the benefits of mud-based construction due to its low environmental impact and […]
6 Female African Filmmakers Redefining African Cinema
Filmmaking is by no means new to Africa, but the advent of streaming and other factors have resulted in women playing a more prominent role and reshaping the industry. Whether it be the quality of production, or the stories being told, women are changing the complexion of African cinema and elevating it to new heights. […]
Here Are 50 of the Best African Foods from Across the Continent
African cuisine is as diverse as the immense continent. Even if you think you know it and like it, you have probably only scratched the surface of one or another region’s specialties. To give you an insight into the best of what’s out there, OkayAfrica surveyed its readers for their recommendations. From Nigerian standbys like […]
What Makes Davido Afrobeats’ Benevolent King
A near-universal love of his music has put Davido at the top of the charts, but his spirit of giving has contributed to an enduring and much more profound success. Instilled in him by his parents, Davido is all about giving back whether it means charitable acts or promoting the talents of others, and it […]
