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Kenya’s Ruth Chepngetich broke the women’s marathon world record at the Chicago Marathon on Sunday, finishing in 2 hours, 9 minutes, and 57 seconds. Chepngetich beat the previous record set by Ethiopia’s Tigst Assefa at the 2023 Berlin Marathon by nearly two minutes, becoming the first woman to run a marathon in under 2 hours […]
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The Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN), EAT, Food & Land Use Coalition (FOLU) and Nutrition Connect are thrilled to announce the launch of the Dietary Shifts Competition (DISH) 2024. Dietary shifts are urgently needed in Kenya and Indonesia to tackle the triple burden of malnutrition, of undernutrition, overnutrition, and micronutrient deficiencies, while addressing local and […]
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Kenya reinforces its position as a hub of African tourism as its vibrant capital city of Nairobi has been selected to host the Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit and Challenge (AYTIS) for the years 2025, 2026, and 2027. This prestigious Pan-African event is dedicated to promoting and uplifting innovative entrepreneurs within the tourism sector […]
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is poised to have an impact on the world that could rival—or even surpass—the significance of the Industrial Revolution. For Africa, this presents both transformative opportunities and unique challenges as businesses strive to harness the power of AI, writes Sifiso Dube, Senior Consultant at BDO South Africa. At its core, AI can […]
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The countdown has begun! With just one week remaining, the Manufacturing Indaba 2024 is set to open its doors to industry leaders, innovators, and stakeholders from across the African continent and beyond. Taking place from 22 – 23 October 2024 at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg, this year’s event promises to deliver unparalleled insights into the future of African manufacturing. […]
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GENEVA, Switzerland, 14 October 2024 -/African Media Agency (AMA)/- Over 300 representatives from African member states, stakeholders, the UN system, and the African Union Commission, gathered for the second Africa review of the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration (GCM). Co-convened by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the United Nations Economic Commission for […]
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In her first book, ‘The Road is Good,’ acclaimed actress Uzo Aduba tells about the important lessons she learned from her mother. A proud Nigerian, she instilled the same sense of pride in her daughter, as well as a profound respect for the culture that first seemed alien to a child growing up in Massachusetts. […]
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Afrobeats global surge in popularity has put the African music scene on the map. Many new fans, however, fail to realize that it’s just one of many music genres active on the continent. CNN
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At the recent Paris Fashion Week, South African fashion house Maxhosa debuted its Spring 2025 ready-to-wear collection. Showcasing the company’s signature knitwear, designer Laduma Ngxokolo incorporated masterful beadwork from his native Xhosa culture into designs meant to honor African traditions while creating fashion that is fresh and forward-thinking. VOGUE
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For the upcoming Oscars race, South Africa has entered the film ‘Old Righteous Blues.’ A music-driven piece, it tells the story of a man trying to restore a choir and a community to its former glory. DEADLINE
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A survey of new restaurants and supermarket shelves points to Nigerian cuisine quickly becoming a mainstay in the UK. Thanks to a sizable Nigerian population, some high profile fans, and the power of the Internet, the foods of West Africa are experiencing a newfound growth in popularity that extends far beyond the African continent. […]
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The safari experience is surprisingly affordable at $200 for up to four guests. It offers a full-day excursion from Cape Town to the Aquila Private Game Reserve. This 24,000-acre wildlife conservancy is home to Africa’s “Big Five” – elephants, lions, rhinos, African buffalo, and leopards. The package includes round-trip transportation and a welcome breakfast. Guests […]
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