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In the Ghanaian fishing town of Apam, a single ancient tree carries centuries of unwritten history. Known as Santseo, it was reportedly planted in the 13th century by Nana Asumbia, a royal and spiritual leader who guided her people westward from the Akwamu Kingdom, using tree saplings as signs of ....
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Contributed by: Kofi Kotei In a bold fusion of history and heritage, Ghanaian artist Seyram Agbleze has unveiled Kente Souls (Slave Ship)—a monumental artwork honoring Africans impacted by the transatlantic slave trade. Woven at large scale, the piece transforms Kente into a living archive, placing human figures within a visual echo of the ships that […]
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Across West and Central Africa, a powerful story is unfolding. From Stevie Wonder receiving Ghanaian citizenship to Ciara becoming a citizen of Benin, African nations are embracing Black American stars as part of a broader reconnection with the diaspora. This is more than celebrity symbolism. It is a strategic, cultural and economic play—rooted in history […]
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Lagos bursts with energy, creativity, and culture, making it a dream destination for travelers who love vibrant cities with personality. From the buzzing Afrobeats-fueled nightlife of Victoria Island to the artistic treasures of Nike Art Gallery and the Lekki Arts and Crafts Market, the city blends tradition with modern flair at every turn. Between rooftop […]
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In a landmark decision for creative freedom, the Kenyan Court of Appeals has lifted the ban on the acclaimed film Rafiki, a tender love story between two teenage girls. First prohibited in 2018 for its queer narrative, the film had become a flashpoint for debates over censorship, morality, and creative freedom. While Kenya’s laws against […]
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A 2,000-year-old portrait from Roman Egypt, set for auction at Sotheby’s, is stunning viewers with its strikingly modern sensibility. This encaustic painting, part of the renowned Fayum mummy portraits, depicts an older man with hazel eyes and a lifelike, individualized presence that feels centuries ahead of its time. Created in the 1st century AD, it […]
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In “Sweet Thing,” a Cuban-born photographer turns a fragmented family history into a haunting visual meditation on slavery, memory, and identity. Sparked by a casual question at a family reunion in Belgium, the artist confronts how the transatlantic slave trade severed names, ties, and stories, making conventional genealogy nearly impossible. Since traditional records are largely […]
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