Cluster Munitions: South Sudan Accedes to Global Ban
Becomes 112th State Party to International Treaty South Sudan acceded to the international Convention on Cluster Munitions on August 3, 2023, the 112th country to do so, Human Rights Watch said today. “By banning cluster bombs, South Sudan is taking an important step to strengthen international peace and security,” said Mary Wareham, arms acting director at Human Rights Watch […]
Critics of Tanzania Port Deal Arrested
Respect Freedom of Expression, Right to Protest Tanzania authorities have detained or threatened at least 22 people since June 10, 2023, including protesters, after they criticized the Tanzania National Assembly’s ratification of an agreement for management of Tanzania’s ports, Human Rights Watch said today. The agreement would allow a logistics company controlled by the Emirate of […]
Angola: Grave Police Abuses Against Activists
Angola: Grave Police Abuses Against Activists Angolan security forces have carried out more than a dozen unlawful killings and numerous other serious abuses against political activists and peaceful protesters since January 2023, Human Rights Watch said today. The government should ensure urgent, impartial, and transparent investigations into alleged rights violations and appropriately sanction or prosecute security […]
Women Making A Difference In Healthcare – A Women’s Month Spotlight On Empowerment In The Healthcare Business
On 9 August 1956, over 20,000 South African women marched to the Union Buildings, the official seat of the South African Government, to protest the extension of Apartheid Pass Laws to women. To pay tribute to the women who marched and fought for empowerment on that day, South Africans commemorate Women’s Month in August and […]
The Power Of Digital Innovation In Opening Up New Markets For African Fashion Creatives
By Samuel Mensal, Ananse.com CEO Africa’s Creative Heritage The African fashion industry pulsates with vibrancy and diversity, boasting a rich cultural heritage and an abundance of creative talent. From traditional textiles to contemporary designs, African fashion has earned widespread global recognition for its unique aesthetic and remarkable craftsmanship. Indeed, Africa has become a compelling new […]
20 African Female Founded Tech Start-Ups Selected For Fourth Edition Of The Future Is Female Mentorship Program
This edition of the program has been supported by Google for Startups Accelerator: Women Founders Africa Programand Salesforce Ventures Impact Fund Twenty African female-founded tech startups have been selected for the fourth edition of The Future is Female Mentorship Program, a PR and communications mentorship program dedicated exclusively to African female tech founders. Launched on […]
A Lesson In How Not To Tackle The Climate Crisis
By Dr Ioannis Tsipouridis July was a month of climate reckoning. Even for sceptics. The UN General Secretary decided to shift level in his narrative and said that the “’Era of global boiling has arrived”, hoping to wake up some of the people convening behind closed doors in board rooms. July was a month of […]
WizKid Becomes Latest Afrobeats Star to Make History with Sold-Out Stadium Show in London
The popularity of Afrobeats continues to reach new highs. In another series of firsts for the musical genre, one of its biggest stars, the Nigerian artist WizKid, had a sold-out performance in London’s Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. With 45,000 fans in attendance, the Grammy winner kicked off the European leg of his “More Love, Less Ego” […]
A New Documentary Aims to Reach the Emotional Core of Israel ‘Stylebender’ Adesanya
Israel Adesanya has achieved fame thanks to his impressive work as a mixed martial artist and UFC middleweight champion, but a new documentary on his life portrays the Nigerian-born and New Zealand-raised man as much more than your typical sports star. New Zealand filmmaker Zoe McIntosh scored remarkable access to Adesanya and his core […]
Goal Oriented
Football and fashion? Thanks to South African fashion designer, Thebe Magugu, one of the country’s favorite football teams is seriously styling. Through a collaboration with Adidas, Magugu has created new, fashion-forward uniforms for the Orlando Pirates. The range for the Johannesburg-based club consists of two designs: a ‘home’ jersey in black, and an ‘away’ jersey […]
