How the Ocean is Liberating for One of South Africa’s Best Surfers
See the short film by Sandra Winther that profiles South African surfer, Michael February, one of the country’s best and the first black South African on the World Surf League Championship Tour. Breaking boundaries and finding peace in the waves, he inspires others with his story and reinforces the importance of embracing uniqueness. THE NEW […]
This Summer, the South African Art Scene is Landing in the American Rockies
South African art gallery, Southern Guild continues its string of firsts with its participation in the inaugural Aspen Art Fair. After recently opening its first gallery in the US in Los Angeles, owners Trevyn and Julian McGown see a beauty in the contrast between their artists’ work and the fair’s setting and see a unique […]
The Reluctant Restaurateur Serving West African Cuisine Abroad
Literally born into the food business in Nigeria, Olushola Medupin, initially wanted to get as far away from it as possible. After studies in the UK, he tried his hand at investment banking, but couldn’t resist the pull of the kitchen. He eventually founded Enish, a restaurant offering West African cuisine to Nigerians abroad, and […]
The First Documented Black African Woman to Travel Solo from East to West Africa on a Motorcycle
Afrobeats singer, Udoh Ebaide Joy, did a 9,000km trip from the Kenyan city of Mombasa to Lagos in Nigeria, and she spent more than three months travelling. The journey began earlier this year when Ms Joy flew to Kenya and bought a 250cc motorbike, which she named Rory. Having never even ridden a standard bicycle, […]
Launching A SADC Transfrontier
The ZIMOZA TFCA, a collaborative effort between Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and Zambia, was established to create a space that emphasises the importance of wildlife conservation, shared resources, and effective environmental management. GETAWAY
The Ultimate African Getaway
The beautiful islands of Seychelles have some of the world’s most perfect beaches. Fine, white sand underfoot with perfectly clear aqua water lapping against it. On one side are the fringes of tropical forest and on the other spectacular coral reefs. Seychelles is also home to a string of ultra-luxurious hotels and resorts that embody the ultimate […]
Another One, for Lagosian Hotel
Lagos Continental Hotel has been honored with the prestigious title of Hotel of the Year at the 2024 Hotel Managers Conference.This accolade is a significant addition to an impressive list of awards for the Continental Hotels Group Nigeria. Earlier in April, the group was also named the Best Nigerian Hotel Brand of the Year 2024 […]
The Making of A Music Video
Ever wondered how local tunes in Mozambique transform into mesmerizing music videos? Meet the maestro behind the magic – Maputo’s own, Bill Boy. DW
