USAID Launches New Partnerships To Support Malaria Prevention, Strengthen Infrastructure And Bolster Food Security In Angola
During her trip to Angola, Administrator Samantha Power announced expanding partnerships that reflect the deepening relationship between the United States and Angola. At Angola’s Instituto Nacional de Investigação em Saúde (National Health Research Institute) Administrator Power announced that USAID-led U.S. President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) is expanding geographic coverage for malaria prevention and control activities in […]
Nigerian Music Star Simi Opens Up About Charting Her Path to Stardom, and Why She Still Engineers Her Own Music
“Where there’s a will, there’s a way” is an adage that describes the meteoric rise of Nigerian music star, Simi. Despite years of acclaim, she wasn’t able to land a record label so she decided to teach herself how to record, mix and master her own music. Her 2008 debut gospel album laid the foundation […]
At the 60th Venice Biennale, Wael Shawky Invites Us to Reflect on Past Fictions and Myths
Representing Egypt at the 60th International Art Exhibition of the Venice Biennale, Wael Shawky has created two musical films that depict a pivotal moment in history, which may or may not have actually happened. Weaving a story that mixes fact and fable, he focuses on a supposed kerfuffle between a driver and passenger, which ultimately […]
Introducing Africa’s First Interior Design Podcast: My Stylish Life (MSL)
Aiming to fill a void in the African market for relatable advice on interior design, an interior designer and media executive have partnered on a new podcast called My Stylish Life. The brainchild of Bridget Meier and Linda Mzamane, the décor-focused duo aim to demystify the interior design process and prove that good design can […]
Many Hands
As part of its exhibition entitled Unravel: The Power and Politics of Textiles in Art, London’s Barbican Center has a powerful commission by Ghanaian artist, Ibrahim Mahama, which literally wraps the façade of the center in 2000 square meters of bright pink fabric. Entitled ‘Purple Hibiscus,’ after a novel by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, the textiles […]
In the Nigeria Pavilion, Criticism Meets Optimism
While very few African countries participate in the Venice Biennale, this year marks the second that Nigeria has mounted a pavilion, and it’s one of the most ambitious of all. Represented by eight acclaimed artists and spanning a wide array of media, its concept and scale are awe-inspiring and intended to make people think differently […]
Malawi has Officially Lifted Visa Requirements for Visitors from 79 Countries
The decision grants citizens of these countries visa-free entry for up to 90 days for business and tourism purposes. The new exemption also benefits the U.S., U.K., China, Russia, Germany, Australia and Canada. Members of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) and the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (Comesa) will also enjoy visa-free […]
Some Airports in Africa Stand Out for their Exceptional Facilities and Overall Passenger Experience
When it comes to air travel, having a seamless experience at the airport can make a difference in your trip. In Africa, some airports stand out for their exceptional facilities, services, and overall passenger experience. Skytrax, an internationally recognized organization that assesses airlines worldwide, recently unveiled its report on the best airports globally. According to […]
Navigating the Winding Waterways of the Okavango Delta
Hundreds of trickling streams in the semi-arid highlands of Angola join forces with two mighty rivers that flow through Namibia and into Botswana, then spill into a 4,630-square-mile fan-shaped wetland, before vanishing into the sands of the Kalahari Desert. Annual floods propel the Okavango River along its 1,000-mile downhill course, pushing with it 2.5 trillion […]
Africa Will be the New Growth Frontier of Global Tourism
Africa has been experiencing significant growth in tourism and business travel in recent years, driven by factors such as improved infrastructure, rising middle-class population, and increased connectivity. Tourism arrivals expected to reach 134 million in 2030 from the current 22 million – a six-fold growth. The collaboration between Rainbow Tourism Group (RTG), an African hotel […]
