Visionaries Unite To Shift The Narrative Of Africa’s Educational Sector And Systems
Distinguished leaders in Education on Thursday the 31st of August came together to deliberate on the need to revolutionise the narrative surrounding the educational ecosystem in Africa at the Catalyst 2030’s Africa Forward event for August. Themed “Shifting the Education Narrative,” the event was hosted by Danielle Tsamo of Catalyst 2030 and featured prominent education […]
Women’s Empowerment Begins By Removing Barriers To Girls’ Education
At the current rate of progress, the World Economic Forum says it will take 102 years to close the gender gap in Sub-Saharan Africa. It is therefore vital to ensure girls have equal opportunities not only in the workplace but in school to accelerate closing the gender gap. Unfortunately, however, girls in South African schools are disproportionally […]
Relationship Banking Crucial In The Digital Age
By Oscar Siziba, Head: Business Banking Coverage SA, Business and Commercial Banking. There is no doubt that technology has transformed all aspects of our personal and business lives. The financial sector is one such area that has drastically changed, as clients access financial solutions in new ways. For individuals as well as businesses, digital services […]
Exploring The Melodious Struggle Of Souls And Consciousness: A Captivating Solo Exhibition By Nigerian Artist Raji Bamidele In The Absa Gallery
The 2019 Absa L’Atelier Ambassador, Raji Bamidele, from Nigeria is taking art enthusiasts on an immersive journey into the profound depths of human existence with his latest solo exhibition at the Absa Gallery, “The Melodious Struggle of Souls and Consciousness”. Through a captivating array of artworks, Bamidele’s exhibition delves into the intricate interplay between the […]
Africa.com Q&A Interview With Alex Moussa, Senior Vice President And General Manager, EMEA & Latam, Dexcom
1. Can you tell us more about the Dexcom G7 Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) System and how it differs from other CGMs currently available on the market? The Dexcom G7 Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) System is Dexcom’s newest and most advanced CGM system in terms of its proven accuracy, ease of use, and convenience. The […]
The 10 Best African Poems of All Time
African poetry is as rich and diverse as the continent itself. Initially conveyed orally from one generation to the next, some of its earliest examples have been preserved in this manner for centuries. From the umusizi w’Umwami court poets of Rwanda, to the Kwadwumfo poets of the Akan tribe in Ghana, to oriki poetry among […]
54 African Designers You Should Know
African fashion is having a heydey. With the world finally taking notice, the creative output has never been more prolific, and the industry is undergoing transformative change. While figures like Virgil Abloh stand out as one of the most influential designers of our generation, there are so many individuals doing dynamic work in the field. […]
Decolonising African Cinema in the Time of Netflix
While the news has been full of stories about former colonial powers repatriating African artworks, much of Africa’s film history continues to reside in their hands. Although told from the outsider’s perspective, colonial-era films provide glimpses of people and times, and they constitute a critical record, which Africans should control. “Audiovisual restitution is also the […]
Just 6 Michelin Stars for Black Chefs? Fine Dining Focus and Underrepresentation of African Cuisines Make the Accolade Hard to Come By
A Michelin star can be a game changer for a chef, but it appears that black chefs are woefully underrepresented in the company’s star system. Despite the expansion of the company’s guides, it is the rare black chef that earns this recognition with all of 6 getting the nod. The chefs are Michael Caines, Charlie […]
Akon: Success Allows Me to Explore My African Roots
Over the course of a 20-year career in the music industry, Senegalese-American artist Akon has achieved great success, but it often came at the expense of sacrificing his African identity. In the early days of his career, promoters advised him to downplay his African heritage, deeming it “unmarketable.” Born in the USA, Akon spent his […]
