Jonathan Beloff, King's College London - Paul Kagame started his fourth term as Rwanda’s president in August 2024. He first became president in April 2000. However, as the leader of the Rwandan Patriotic Front, he has been the country’s de facto head since his rebel forces ended the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi.
The Rwanda that Kagame now leads is...
In the highland nation of Burundi, economic ambition exists alongside deep-seated structural challenges. Landlocked and densely populated, the East African country relies heavily on...
Odongo Kodongo, University of the Witwatersrand - The proposal submitted early this year by Indian conglomerate Adani Group to Kenya Airports Authority to develop...
In the narrow lanes of Djibouti City’s central market, merchants call out over the din, their stalls stacked with fragrant spices, handwoven baskets, and bright textiles. Beyond the capital, the wind sweeps across the lunar-like salt flats of Lake...
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...
By HELEN STRUEWN - Liberia, nestled on the west coast of Africa, often flies under the radar when it comes to African travel destinations. Known mostly for its tumultuous history, what many don’t...
Over the years, São Tomé and Príncipe has carved a niche as a tropical paradise in the Gulf of Guinea, renowned not only for its stunning natural beauty but also for its warm and inviting hospitality. When you step onto this beautiful archipelago, you are greeted by the friendly smiles of the locals, eager to share their island culture and traditions with you. The genuine warmth of São Tomé hospitality truly adds an extra layer of charm to your travel experience, ensuring that you feel welcomed and appreciated during your stay.
As you explore the main island of São Tomé, you will soon notice how the residents place immense value...
In the kitchens of Bujumbura and the open-air hearths of rural villages, the flavors of Burundi simmer quietly, telling stories as old as the hills that frame its borders. While this small, landlocked nation may not hold a prominent place on the global culinary map, its food speaks fluently of history, agriculture, and community. Each dish draws from the country’s fertile fields, rivers, and traditions, offering a portrait of resilience plated in humble portions.
Boko sits at the center of the Burundian table. Made from maize or cassava flour, it is both sustenance and ritual, a dish woven into the rhythm of daily life. Its soft, dense texture pairs easily...
By Jonas Loubin - In the vibrant tapestry of Angolan cuisine, there exists a culinary cornerstone that embodies both tradition and sustenance: Funge. This...
Most travelers find themselves captivated by Lagos, Nigeria's bustling metropolis that seamlessly blends tradition with modernity. This vibrant city is not only the economic heart of the nation but also a thriving cultural hub that beckons you to explore its rich art scene, pulsating...
You are about to initiate on a journey through the vibrant landscape of Moroccan culture, where traditional music and dance serve as a window into the soul of the country. Morocco's cultural richness is reflected in the diversity of its music and movements, which are woven into daily life and celebrations, each telling a story of the land's complex history and its people's identities.
Your adventure begins in the bustling streets of cities like Marrakech and Fes, where you can...
Dance is a vibrant expression of identity, culture, and a profound embodiment of the spirit of the Malian people. When you investigate into the traditional dances of Mali, you uncover a rich tapestry...
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,...
By Jonas Loubin – On the northern edge of the Sahara, where the desert gives way to a rugged Mediterranean coastline, Algeria holds a wealth of stories in stone, pigment, and song. As...
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...
In Guinea, meals are as much about community as they are about sustenance. The act of gathering around shared bowls of rice or richly spiced stews reflects traditions that stretch across generations, binding...
Dan Denis, University of York
Twenty-six years. That is roughly how much of our lives are spent asleep. Scientists have been trying to explain why we spend so much time sleeping since at least...
Fabrice Lollia, Université Gustave Eiffel
Social networks have revolutionised the way we communicate, stay informed and share moments of our daily lives. We use platforms...
Benin, a West African nation with centuries of layered history, holds its traditions close. Here, cultural festivals are not simply seasonal spectacles; they are...
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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