Odongo Kodongo, University of the Witwatersrand - The proposal submitted early this year by Indian conglomerate Adani Group to Kenya Airports Authority to develop...
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...
With a vibrant mix of colors, sounds, and aromas, Namibia's local markets are a feast for the senses and offer you a unique glimpse into the country's rich culture and heritage. These markets...
Sustainable travel has become a guiding principle for many explorers, and São Tomé offers an exceptional opportunity to immerse yourself in an unspoiled paradise while respecting both nature and local cultures. This beautiful...
On Africa’s west coast, where dense rainforests meet the Atlantic, Gabon has emerged as one of the continent’s most ambitious eco-tourism destinations. With nearly 13 national parks covering close to a tenth of its territory, the country offers a rare combination of unspoiled wilderness, extraordinary biodiversity, and a growing commitment to sustainable travel.
Loango National Park, perhaps the most emblematic of Gabon’s conservation efforts, stretches from forest to beach, creating a mosaic of ecosystems unlike anywhere else. Along its wild shoreline, elephants have been observed foraging in the surf, hippos wade into the waves, and forest buffalo emerge from the trees at dusk. Birdlife is equally abundant, making the park...
In the bustling markets of Malabo and Bata, stalls overflow with mangoes, pineapples, bananas, and cassava, their colors and aromas mingling with the smoky scent of fish grilling nearby. Food in Equatorial Guinea is not simply sustenance but a reflection of history, geography, and the interplay of cultures that have shaped this small Central African nation.
The country’s cuisine is rooted in indigenous traditions yet layered with influences from Spanish colonial rule, creating a culinary identity that is at once distinctly local and quietly cosmopolitan. Fresh fish, drawn daily from the Atlantic, anchors many meals. Garlic-marinated and charred over open flames, it is served alongside cassava or plantains, staples that...
Heritage holds a special place in the hearts and minds of the people of Mauritania, a land where ancient traditions harmonize with contemporary expressions. You may find yourself captivated by the vibrant atmosphere of the country's numerous festivals, which serve as platforms for celebrating...
Many visitors to Togo find themselves captivated by the vibrant tapestry of the country's traditional music and dance. If you ever travel to this West African nation, you are stepping into a realm where cultural heritage is deeply interwoven with everyday life. The traditional music and dance forms serve as the voice of the people, expressing their history, struggles, joys, and aspirations. Understanding these art forms can enrich your experience and connect you more profoundly to Togo's rich cultural...
Just as the rivers nourish the land, the artisans of South Sudan nourish the country's cultural heritage through their remarkable craft traditions. You may not realize it, but these crafts are not merely...
By Sandra Harvis
At the edge of the Horn of Africa, where the Red Sea meets the Gulf of Aden, lies Djibouti—a nation often absent from global headlines, yet layered with cultural complexity and...
It's easy to fall in love with the vibrant streets of Monrovia, where the air is saturated with tantalizing aromas and the bustle of daily life captivates your senses. Street food in this...
Steam rises from a shallow platter, curling around tender cuts of lamb and a cascade of golden semolina. Beneath, a broth rich with cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and turmeric carries the essence of Algeria’s...
In the rolling highveld and sunlit valleys of Eswatini, food is more than sustenance. It is a living archive, a record of cultural memory carried on the tongue and in the kitchen fires...
Philippe Gradidge, University of the Witwatersrand
Sedentary behaviour can result in chronic health conditions such as obesity and heart diseases, bad news for the millions of office workers who are forced to sit behind...
In Ethiopia, dance is not simply performance but a living record of history, shaped by centuries of ritual, celebration, and cultural memory. Across the...
In the heart of West Africa, Burkina Faso stretches across the savannah in a patchwork of fields, villages, and bustling markets. Landlocked and often...
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