DR Congo President Suggests Changes to Term Limits
Tshisekedi’s Call for Constitutional Commission Raises Rights Concerns Democratic Republic of Congo President Felix Tshisekedi, during a speech in Kisangani on October 23, proposed steps to change the country’s constitution, including floating the idea of a change to presidential term limits. Tshisekedi had previously pledged to “scrupulously respect constitutional obligations.” In Kisangani, Tshisekedi described the current constitution […]
All Road Leads To Kigali For Africa Tech Forum 2024
Eventhive, a global B2B event servicing company, will host the second edition of its annual African-focused tech event – Africa Tech Forum – in Kigali on November 21st 2024 at the Kigali Convention Center to facilitate conversations towards shaping the future of Africa’s tech ecosystem. Africa Tech Forum will unite the entirety of Africa’s tech […]
#BREAKTHEBLADE – A Nguvu Collective Campaign
“Every Blade Broken is a Life Saved” – Nguvu Collective, KEWOPA & Anti-FGM Board Kenya Launch a Collective Fight Against FGM at a Public Event Sounding a clarion call against Female Genital Mutilation in Kenya, women’s rights organisation Nguvu Collective, KEWOPA and Anti-FGM Board Kenya joined hands to launch a collective fight to eradicate the […]
Invest Africa: Energy Key To Unlocking Growth Potential Across The Continent
As Africa continues to rise as a leading economic force on the global stage, the energy sector is proving to be a critical driver of the continent’s growth potential. Investment in energy infrastructure—spanning both renewable energy and natural gas—is seen as the key to unlocking sustainable economic development across Africa, providing the foundation for industrial expansion, job creation, and improved […]
Botswana’s Pivotal Elections
By Michelle Gavin The next leadership of Botswana must look beyond political feuds, rebuild trust with its citizens, and deliver on its promises to maintain the country’s democratic and development progress. As the people of Botswana prepare for election day on October 30, they have real causes for concern. Unemployment is soaring. Polls show that citizens’ satisfaction […]
How Two Creators Are Changing the Edutainment Narrative for Children in Africa through Animation
Long dominated by Western producers, animation is gaining a foothold in Africa, with a number of locally grown studios earning accolades for creating powerful new content. Two such creators, Kunda Kids and Jeni & Keni, are using the medium to create stories that will educate and delight children about African culture. CNN
10 African Horror Films to Watch This Halloween
For Halloween this year, why not venture beyond scary staples like Jason and Freddy and try some African horror? If you get a thrill from being scared senseless, it’s time you learned about Nigeria’s Madam Koi Koi, the Zulu’s Tokoloshe, and a slew of other creeps that haunt Africans. OKAYAFRICA
Illuminating the Path to African Design
A passion for creating drove South African designer Candice Lawrence to develop a style of lighting that is inspired by African traditions but decidedly contemporary. Among other places, you can see them gracing Wakanda in the Black Panther film. DW
This South African Maker Sees the Common Thread between Fashion and Furniture
South African designer Hanneke Lourens always had a creative spirit, but it took her a while to find her calling. Starting out in fashion, she ultimately turned to woodworking and was struck by the similarities of the disciplines. With both needing to suit the human form, it made sense that they shared considerations of proportion, […]
A Marriage of Senegalese and Japanese Cuisine with Delicioius Results
One wouldn’t ordinarily expect to find cultural similarities between Senegal and Japan, but celebrity chef, Pierre Thiam and his wife, Lisa Katayama, found a delicious common ground in the kitchen. Realizing that both cultures shared similar concepts of hospitality and sharing – teranga and omotenashi respectively – they began to discover other commonalities that prompted […]
