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Some legal wrangling by the South African government has put a halt to a planned auction of some 70 personal items of Nelson Mandela. The proceeds from the sale were intended to fund a memorial garden near the site of the former leader’s burial. Claiming that at least some of the items constitute objects of […]
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Filmmakers from across the African continent will converge on Luxor beginning February 9th for the 13th edition of the Luxor African Film Festival. Originally created in 2010 by Sayed Fouad, an Egyptian screenwriter and actor, and Azza el Hosseiny, an Egyptian actress and director, the festival aims to deepen the connection between Egypt and the […]
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Having developed through a Eurocentric lens, the history of art barely acknowledges any contribution from Africa despite evidence of parallel origins of artistic expression. Viewed as primitive and having little influence on European art, African art was typically omitted from the canons. Looking at history anthropologically, however, a very different story unfolds in which African […]
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For celebrity chef Eric Adjepong, early childhood memories of Ghanaian food and the culture of its preparation are touchstones of home, and they continue to infuse his approach to food today. TIME
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With their fat, smooth trunks and striking splay of branches, baobab trees look like they belong somewhere in outer space. Around 50 of them line a dirt road in the country’s Menabe region and are thought to have been here for around a millennium.This arid stretch of the Atacama Desert lives up to its name. […]
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Often a beautiful mix of nature, sustainable luxury and serenity, these game lodges offer an unspoiled and memorable bush experience. Situated in the heart of the Sabi Sands Game Reserve within the popular Greater Kruger National Park, one finds Londolozi. The Private Granite Suites offer the ideal bush experience, with features such as outdoor bathtubs […]
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Lomé has laid-back vibes and vibrant street markets. The Grand Marché, a labyrinth of stalls selling everything from colorful fabrics to curious talismans, will satisfy shopaholics and culture enthusiasts equally. You haven’t truly experienced Lomé until you’ve tried street food from a vendor who swears by their secret spice. Once you’ve had your fill of city […]
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Neighboring Nigeria to the east, Togo and Burkina Faso to the west, and Niger to the north, Benin has as much to offer as each of them. From experiencing Vodou culture in Ouidah and learning about the Dahomey Kingdom in Abomey to visiting the revered watermen of the “Venice of Africa’. LONELY PLANET
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Lake Retba, better known as Lac Rose (the Pink Lake), is located around 35km from the city of Dakar, Senegal. The lake is isolated from the sea by about 1km of sand dunes. Its fresh water comes from the seasonal water table in the dunes, which are higher than the lake. Thus the sea provides […]
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Guarantee Fundamental Freedoms, End Arbitrary Detentions and Prosecutions The authorities in Senegal have cracked down on the opposition, media, and civil society. President Macky Sall’s promise to hold free and fair elections is at odds with the reality that the authorities have been filling prisons for the last three years with hundreds of political opponents. […]
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Rich natural beauty, vibrant diversity, and massive waves a just a few of the things that make South Africa a wonderful country to travel to. Aside from the beautiful scenery and a huge variety of wildlife, South Africa is a country with a rich history and home to Nelson Mandela, one of the most influential people […]
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Comments Risk Fueling Violence and Discrimination In an ever-worsening climate for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people in East Africa, Burundian president Évariste Ndayishimiye has added fuel to the fire. Speaking with journalists on December 29, he said, “if you want to attract a curse to the country, accept homosexuality,” and “it is better to […]
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