Cabo Verde Takes Strategic Steps to Strengthen Fiscal Sustainability and Create Fiscal Space

PRAIA  – The Government of Cabo Verde (GoCV) is undertaking a series of reforms to strengthen fiscal sustainability and accelerate inclusive economic growth. According...

Angola’s Oil Era Gives Way to a Bid for Sustainable Growth

From the deepwater rigs of the Atlantic to the farmlands of Huíla, a nation redefines its economic future. By Robert Stales Offshore in the South Atlantic,...

Cabo Verde Takes Strategic Steps to Strengthen Fiscal Sustainability and Create Fiscal Space

PRAIA  – The Government of Cabo Verde (GoCV) is undertaking a series of reforms to strengthen fiscal sustainability and accelerate inclusive economic growth. According to the new Public Finance Review (PFR) released today by the World Bank, securing these reforms requires...

Local Markets in Conakry Showcase Guinea’s Culture and Flavors

In the Guinean capital of Conakry, markets are more than centers of commerce; they function as the city’s pulse, shaping its rhythms through trade, tradition, and daily interaction. To walk among the stalls...

Local Markets in Nigeria Offer Crafts, Spices, and Street Food

There's a vibrant world waiting for you in the local markets of Nigeria, where the rich tapestry of culture, flavor, and craftsmanship intertwines. Whether you are a visitor or a local resident, immersing...

Explore the Legendary City of Timbuktu and Its Rich History

Most travelers dream of visiting enchanting destinations filled with intriguing stories and vivid landscapes. One such place is the legendary city of Timbuktu, located in the heart of Mali, West Africa. Recognized for its rich history and cultural significance, Timbuktu offers you an extraordinary journey through time, reflecting the grandeur of ancient civilizations that flourished along the trans-Saharan trade routes. As you plan your adventure, it's imperative to understand what makes Timbuktu stand out. Founded in the 5th century as a seasonal settlement, it soon evolved into a thriving hub of trade, culture, and education. The city's strategic location on the trade routes between the gold mines of the south...

Coastal Beaches Attract Tourists to Sierra Leone’s Shores

Just imagine yourself stepping onto the golden sands of Sierra Leone's stunning coastline, where the soothing sounds of crashing waves greet you, and warm...

Injera and the Flavors of Ethiopia’s Table

In Ethiopia, food is never merely sustenance. It is ritual, conversation, and community, unfolding around platters of richly spiced stews and the soft, sour tang of injera. This spongy flatbread, at once plate and utensil, lies at the center of the country’s culinary identity. To eat Ethiopian food is to encounter a dining tradition that is as much about gathering as it is about flavor. Made from teff, a tiny grain indigenous to the Horn of Africa, injera carries both nutritional weight and cultural symbolism. The batter is left to ferment for several days before being baked on a wide, flat pan known as a mitad. The process imparts a...

Exploring the Heart of Burkinabé Cuisine: The Timeless Appeal of To

In the sun-baked courtyards of Burkina Faso’s villages, where iron pots simmer over charcoal fires and the scent of ground grains drifts on the...

Traditional Music and Dance Keep Zimbabwe’s Cultural Spirit Alive

Music serves as a vital thread in the fabric of Zimbabwe's cultural identity, weaving together stories, traditions, and experiences that resonate with you and your community. The rich tapestry of Zimbabwean music and dance is not just entertainment; it is a means of preserving...

Lomé’s Creative Scene Adds New Energy to Togo’s Culture

Most people may not associate Togo with a vibrant arts scene, but you will find that Lomé, the capital city, is buzzing with creativity and innovation that enriches the country's cultural landscape. From visual arts to performing arts and music, the creative scene in Lomé is a thriving hub where you can explore the unique expressions and rich traditions of Togolese culture. Visiting Lomé offers you an extraordinary opportunity to immerse yourself in various art forms that represent the...

Ethiopia’s Timket Festival: A Celebration of Faith, Color, and Tradition

In the early hours of January, as dawn breaks across Ethiopia, chants rise in unison and the steady rhythm of drums carries through city streets and rural fields alike. White-robed worshippers gather in...

Lalibela’s Rock-Hewn Churches Stand as Pillars of Ethiopia’s Spiritual Heritage

High in Ethiopia’s northern highlands, where the air thins and the land rolls into rugged escarpments, a cluster of extraordinary structures rises not from stone but within it. Hewn directly into volcanic rock,...

Sossusvlei Dunes – A Must-See Wonder in Namibia’s Desert

Just picture yourself standing atop a colossal sand dune, the sun illuminating the orange and red hues that stretch as far as your eyes can see. This is the enchanting experience that awaits...

Warm Hospitality Makes Mozambique a Must-Visit Destination

There's a special charm that envelops you the moment you set foot in Mozambique. This vibrant African nation, known...

Funge: The Heart of Angolan Cuisine

By Jonas Loubin - In the vibrant tapestry of Angolan cuisine, there exists a culinary cornerstone that embodies both tradition and sustenance: Funge. This simple yet versatile dish, akin to a stiff porridge,...

By the Shore: How Seafood Shapes Guinea-Bissau’s Coastal Cuisine

On the docks of Bissau, the morning air carries the scent of saltwater and smoke as fishermen haul in barracuda, snapper, and mudfish, still glistening from the Atlantic. Women weave through the crowd...

How to stay healthy on HIV treatment, and what side effects to look out for – Malawi research

Melani Ratih Mahanani, University of Heidelberg - HIV treatment has delivered life-altering advantages. Antiretroviral therapy has led to a reduced mortality and improved life expectancy for people living with HIV. Nearly 41 million...

Menopause increases your risk of STIs due to how aging changes your body

Thomas L. Cherpes, The Ohio State University Diagnoses for sexually...

Social media: Disinformation expert offers 3 safety tips in a time of fake news and dodgy influencers

Fabrice Lollia, Université Gustave Eiffel Social networks have revolutionised the...

Data protection is poor for African farmers who use digital services: Kenya and Ghana cases highlight gaps

Heike Baumüller, University of Bonn and Bezawit Beyene Chichaibelu,...

From enormous elephants to tiny shrews: how mammals shape and are shaped by Africa’s landscapes

Ara Monadjem, University of Eswatini Africa is the world’s most...

Religion in Botswana: A Tapestry of Faith and Tradition

GABORONE, Botswana — In Botswana, the rhythm of daily life is underscored by a diverse and deeply rooted religious tradition. Here, faith is not...

The Port of Cotonou – Benin’s Gateway to Economic Power in West Africa

The Port of Cotonou — The Gateway To Economic Power For Benin In West Africa In terms of economics, realizing what the Port of Cotonou means...

Traditional Music and Dance Celebrate the Cultural Soul of Sudan

There's a vibrant tapestry of sound and movement waiting for you to explore in Sudan's traditional music and dance. As you investigate into the...

Burkina Faso: A Tapestry of Tradition and Culture

In the heart of West Africa, Burkina Faso stretches across the savannah in a patchwork of fields, villages, and bustling markets. Landlocked and often...

Ethiopia’s Dance Traditions: History Written in Movement

In Ethiopia, dance is not simply performance but a living record of history, shaped by centuries of ritual, celebration, and cultural memory. Across the...