Standard Bank Hosts 5th Annual Climate Summit
Standard Bank, the biggest bank in Africa by assets, will host the fifth edition of its seminal Climate Summit. The Summit, which will be held in Johannesburg on 9 September, is one of the cornerstones of Standard Bank’s sustainability strategy. This year’s Summit will focus on climate adaptation and resilience under the theme of energy, […]
Kwame Nkrumah and the Dream of a United Africa
Howard W. French’s The Second Emancipation revisits the life and legacy of Kwame Nkrumah, Ghana’s first prime minister and a pioneer of Pan-Africanism. French traces Nkrumah’s journey from his village childhood to his rise as a global leader, shaped by his years in the United States, where he forged ties with Black intellectuals and activists. The […]
Inside the Armory Show 2025: Queer Bars, Sound Baths, and a Fresh Artistic Energy
The 2025 Armory Show, now under the direction of Kyla McMillian, has brought a fresh energy to New York’s Javits Center with bold curatorial shifts, particularly in the emerging gallery section. This year’s standout booths offer a thrilling mix of conceptual depth and sensory experience, from Victoria-Idongesit Udondian’s powerful critique of Africa-China trade ties using […]
How a Cairo Neighborhood is Innovating Affordable Cooling
In Cairo’s Ard al-Liwa neighborhood, researchers, architects, and local craftspeople are experimenting with low-cost cooling solutions to combat rising urban heat. With summer temperatures often topping 40°C and tightly packed buildings trapping heat, air conditioning is both unaffordable and unsustainable for many residents. Inspired by ancient designs such as solar chimneys and Mashrabiya screens, the team […]
Breaking Language Barriers: African Classics Find Global Audiences
A bold new trend is reshaping African literature as celebrated novels originally written in African languages are being translated into English. This movement, highlighted by the University of Georgia Press’s new series, reverses the traditional flow of translation and amplifies stories as they were first imagined. A landmark example is Ignatius Mabasa’s acclaimed Shona novel, Mapenzi, now […]
Designing With a View: Inside a Cape Town Coastal Retreat
In Cape Town’s Bakoven neighborhood, creative duo Juan Moreno López-Calull and Pieter de Groot transformed a once-cramped 900-square-foot flat into a serene seaside retreat. Determined to maximize the Atlantic view, they reconfigured the layout, adding oversized windows and shifting rooms so daily life unfolds against the ocean backdrop. Restored wooden beams and blue ceramic tiles infuse […]
How Paul Ninson’s Dikan Center Is Rescuing Africa’s Archives
In the heart of Accra, Paul Ninson’s Dikan Center is on an ambitious mission to reclaim and preserve Africa’s scattered history. What began as Ghana’s first photography library has blossomed into the Awo Institute, a dynamic hub dedicated to archiving and digitizing a vast range of African historical materials—from vinyl records and VHS tapes to rare […]
From Kota Burritos to Shisanyama: TikTok Star Redefines SA Cuisine
In South Africa, food influencer and radio host Nick Hamman is using his substantial TikTok and Instagram platforms to turn meals into a movement. With over 200,000 followers, Hamman showcases hidden culinary gems—from legendary family-run spots like Solly’s Corner in Johannesburg to bold township ventures such as Siga Culinary in Alexandra. His videos, blending nostalgia, history, […]
A New Era in African Football as Homegrown Coaches Take the Helm
An exciting shift is transforming African football as a record number of national teams are now led by homegrown coaches. This move towards local leadership, fueled by recent successes in the Africa Cup of Nations and the World Cup, reflects a growing belief in African tactical expertise and a move away from the old reliance on […]
From Festivals to Mountain Peaks: Top Things to Do in Nigeria
Nigeria may be one of the world’s least explored destinations, but it offers travelers an incredible mix of culture, history, and adventure. Highlights include the vibrant spectacle of the Ilorin Grand Durbar, a royal procession marking Eid, and the incredible hike to the summit of Chappal Waddi on the scenic Mambilla Plateau for views high above […]
