What to See at the 2023 African Diaspora Film Festival in New York
Beginning this weekend and running until December 10, New York’s African Diaspora Film Festival promises an amazing line-up of films, many of which have already received major acclaim after appearances at festivals, such as Cannes, TIFF, FESPACO and more. This year’s offerings include a special program dedicated to the evolution of South African film from […]
African Fashion Label Laurence Airline is Ready for Take-Off
With a new outpost in Paris, Ivory Coast-based fashion house, Laurence Airline, is clearly going places. Despite the company’s expanding footprint, owner/designer Laurence Chauvin-Buthaud is determined to keep the company’s offerings 100% African-made. Chauvin-Buthaud works with a variety of organic, upcycled and handcrafted fabrics. These include faso dan fani, a protected woven cloth that is […]
‘Traveling Telescope’ Inspires Children to Look to the Sky
From the moment she set her eyes on a telescope, Susan Murabana became hooked on space, and she’s been working ever since to spread that same sense of wonder to others. In 2014, along with her husband, Daniel Chu Owen, she established the Travelling Telescope, which gives underserved communities in Africa a chance to experience […]
This 640-Square-Foot Brooklyn Condo Reflects a Designer’s Many Former Lives
Great design can transform the smallest of spaces into a palace, and it’s exactly what designer couple Oyin and Jeff Antwi achieved for their condo in Brooklyn’s Bed-Stuy neighborhood. Hailing originally from Nigeria and Ghana, the duo embarked on a renovation that incorporated ingenious architectural solutions, along with curvaceous design details and warm colors reminiscent […]
Angélique Kidjo, Royal Albert Hall Review – 40 Years of Music and Activism Celebrated
Magic was in the air when Angélique Kidjo recently took to the stage at London’s Royal Albert Hall with a bevy of high wattage musical guests, such as Laura Mvula and Youssou N’Dour. A coveted ticket within the EFG London Jazz Festival, the event also marked the beginning of a world tour, which will celebrate […]
Popping the Question in Africa
Victoria Falls is captivating and one of Africa’s Awe-inspiring destinations, creating the perfect ambiance for a memorable experience. Proposing against the backdrop of the world’s largest waterfall, surrounded by lush greenery is sure to be a moment that will be cherished forever. With its immaculate beaches and clear waters, Zanzibar is a tropical paradise that […]
Ghana has Declared a 46-day Visa-on-arrival Regime for Christmas Visitors
The move is part of the Ghana government’s ambitious 10-year ‘Beyond The Return’ campaign, designed to encourage Africans in the diaspora to explore and reconnect with Ghana. The move aligns with the broader goal of positioning Ghana as a premier destination for those of African descent. A statement from the Ministry of Transport emphasized the importance of […]
The African Diaspora are Spreading their Wings and Making a Major Impact on European Culture
Located in one of the most famous districts in Paris, Maison Château Rouge is a Black-owned fashion house. Its designs are uniquely inspired by Africa. The colorful patterns and shapes have been seamlessly merged into high-fashion luxury in all of their pieces. House Château Rouge embodies several cultures and its team of designers uses each […]
Tanzania has A Lot of Different Landscapes to Explore
Driving around this expansive country, you’ll encounter not just natural beauty but human diversity, too. Hundreds of ethnic groups call this East African country home, from the Sandawe in northern Tanzania, the Hehe in the Southern Highlands, the Chagga people who live on Mt Kilimanjaro’s slopes and the Zanaki close to Lake Victoria – and […]
Connecting Windhoek to Victoria Falls
Namibian private airline, FlyNamibia, on Tuesday announced the planned launch of the new Windhoek-Victoria Falls service, commencing on April 4, 2024. FlyNamibia Managing Director Andre Compion said in a statement that flights will operate on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays between Windhoek Hosea Kutako International Airport and the iconic Zimbabwean resort town famous for its spectacular waterfalls.Street […]
