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A major new podcast, “Fela Kuti: Fear No Man,” produced by Radiolab’s Jad Abumrad and presented by Audible and Barack Obama’s Higher Ground, is set to dive deep into the complex legacy of the legendary Nigerian musician and Afrobeat pioneer. Through over 200 interviews with family, musicians, and notable figures such as ....
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In the vibrant town of Ijebu-Ode, southwest Nigeria, the annual Ojude Oba festival dazzles thousands with a breathtaking celebration of culture, heritage, and unity. Originally a small Muslim thanksgiving event held after Eid, the centuries-old festival has blossomed into a grand spectacle honoring the Awujale, the traditional king of the Ijebu people. The festival features dancing, drumming, […]
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After years of complaints about chaos and crowding, Egypt is reimagining the Giza Pyramids experience. A $30 million overhaul—seven years in the making—aims to transform the visitor experience with a new Great Gate, hop-on buses (cars have been banned), cleaner facilities, and fine dining at Khufu’s, a top-ranked restaurant with pyramid views. The revamp, led by […]
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In southwestern Nigeria and parts of Benin and Togo, the Yoruba people weave a cultural tapestry that pulses with creativity, spirituality, and resilience. With a population of over 40 million, the Yoruba are one of Africa’s largest ethnic groups, known for their art, music, and traditions that have shaped global culture. From the rhythmic beats […]
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Wole Soyinka’s name resonates not only across Nigeria but around the world as a pioneering playwright, poet, essayist, and unyielding defender of human rights. In 1986, he made history as the first African recipient of the Nobel Prize in Literature, celebrated for his hauntingly poetic dramas and uncompromising political critique. At the heart of Soyinka’s […]
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