Angélique Kidjo: ‘Music Resets Your Brain. It’s My Breath, My Purpose – It’s What Helps Me Change the World’
Angélique Kidjo has been an amazing ambassador for African music over a stellar 40-year career and will be headlining this fall’s EFG London Jazz Festival at Royal Albert Hall. Following her own advice to young African artists – refuse to be categorized – she has delighted audiences for decades with her own unique brand of […]
These Multimedia Changemakers Are Showcasing Their Heritage in Film and Music
CNN’s African Voices profiles two multimedia artists, who are using music and film to tell important stories about their communities. Emmy-nominated filmmaker Lansana Mansaray depicts on film what he believes to be the “real” Sierra Leone. And in Rwanda, music producer Michael Makembe mixes traditional sounds with Afrobeats to create unique music. CNN
In the Aftermath of Morocco’s Earthquake Those Who Rely on Tourism Fear for their Livelihoods
The Sept. 8 quake damaged historic sites in Marrakesh, the country’s fourth-largest city, but the effects have been most acute in the High Atlas Mountains, in devastated villages closer to the epicentre. Marrakesh, the largest city affected by Morocco’s quake, has been a hub and waypoint for travellers in the region for nearly 1,000 years. […]
Africa has Become an Undeniable Focal Point in the World of Luxury Destinations
Its allure is further heightened by the opulent experiences it has to offer. For those with a penchant for infinity pools and refined accommodations or a desire to embrace the wild in utmost luxury. At Royal Mansour in Morocco, you won’t find typical suites or rooms. Upon arrival, travelers are escorted to their own private […]
The Kruger National Park has been Named South Africa’s Wonder of the World
As per medical travel insurance company, AllClear, Kruger National Park is now South Africa’s official ‘World Wonder’, after they conducted a study to discover the Wonders of the World people ‘wonder about’ the most. Through studying Wikipedia data, the travel insurance company determined which attractions and landmarks around the world have the most page views. […]
Benin is a Culturally Rich Place making it a Great Place to Explore with Kids
Benin has fantastic tropical weather that can be enjoyed all-year round and the impeccable beaches are beautifully quiet – potentially, you and your family will have the beaches to yourself. If you are keen on your kids learning about hidden African history – learn about the West African kingdoms that once ruled the land and […]
The Largest Museum in Tunisia has Reopened to the Public
The museum is housed in a 19th century Ottoman governor’s palace located near the parliament in Tunis. Visitors gazed at several giant antique mosaic pieces, among them depictions of the Roman god Neptune or Hercules and his beloved Omphale. The Bardo’s fame originates from its countless rare artefacts discovered during excavations undertaken in Tunisia since […]
