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The queen of Afrobeats is ready to conquer another kingdom. Long in the works, Tiwa Savage is expected to debut her first foray into acting with the premiere of ‘Water and Garri.’ Savage plays Aisha, a fashion designer watching her career take flight in the U.S. After 10 years, she returns to her native home […]

South Africa has a vibrant creative community, and a new series of videos aims to showcase three of its top talents. Created by filmmaker Jesse Zinn, ‘Meet the Makers’ focuses on three fashion designers: Palesa Mokubung, Sindiso Khumalo, and Chu Suwannapha. Zinn, a 30-year-old filmmaker and Master of Fine Arts graduate of Stanford University, who […]

Africa-inspired streetwear brands are proliferating throughout the diaspora. In the process of attracting attention, they’re redefining the way the world views Africa, and they’re promoting an interesting two-way exchange between creatives abroad and at home. These brands are not only fashion statements but bold expressions of a multifaceted cultural identity. As they redefine narratives and […]

A new book offers an expansive survey of sport in Africa, and the impact that design plays in the sport world. Aiming to change perceptions and demonstrate the tremendous influence that African design exerts in the world, Afrosport takes the reader on a stunning tour of African culture. Designed and edited by Mami Wata co-founder […]

With the movement to repatriate African art beginning to register with museums and foreign governments, it begs the question whether individual collectors should be held to the same standards. The New York Times ethicist delves deep into the topic and offers up some perspectives for consideration. THE NEW YORK TIMES

As soon as you set foot in this secluded region of southwest Madagascar, you will be swept away by geological formations and tranquil salt flats that reflect the sky above. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Andrefana Dry Forests allow visitors to meander through lush ecosystems searching for fascinating species and rare baobab trees. Lemurs […]

The high-walled city of Harar is spectacularly lined with a plethora of mosques and ancient buildings – 99 mosques and shrines to be exact. Known for its famous array of markets, the famous Hyena Men, ancient paintings and artefacts spanning all cultures, it’s easy to get lost in the never-ending maze of the winding streets […]

Especially in July as coastal temperatures are much more bearable than at inland favorites like Marrakesh or Fez. The city has a clear split between the old and the new on its side of the Bou Regreg river. The medina’s white walls look straight out of Santorini, while a leisurely boat ride floats past the […]

Maboneng can be described as Johannesburg’s artsy heart. Get sucked into the funky street art, and let the creative vibes surround you in this hip precinct that’s buzzing with life. The repurposed buildings, adorned with vibrant street art, stand as testaments to Johannesburg’s commitment to embracing its cultural richness. At an elevation of 1,807 meters, […]

In the opening room of the “A World in Common” exhibit, queens and kings from Nigeria stare back at the viewer, with expressions varying from interest to regal impassivity. The series of portraits, shot by artist George Osodi, is a powerful introduction to the Tate Modern’s recent exhibition featuring 36 artists from across the continent […]