Turnwait Otu Michael, University of Johannesburg and Kammila Naidoo, University of Johannesburg
Many married women in sub-Saharan Africa don’t have the freedom to make decisions about their sexual and reproductive health. Global data show that only 37% of women in the region aged 15-49 can make their own informed decisions about sexual relations, contraceptive use and reproductive healthcare in the...
Odongo Kodongo, University of the Witwatersrand - The proposal submitted early this year by Indian conglomerate Adani Group to Kenya Airports Authority to develop...
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, beneath waters the color of weathered cobalt, Angola’s oil rigs still hum with activity. For...
Most travelers eagerly seek destinations that offer a blend of exquisite flavors, rich history, and breathtaking scenery, and South Africa's wine regions fit the bill perfectly. As you explore this captivating country, you...
It's fascinating to explore the historic coastal towns of Somalia, where you can truly appreciate the rich heritage and vibrant culture of the nation. Stretching along the East African coast, Somalia boasts a...
On the island of Bioko, the waves roll in with unhurried rhythm, their edges dissolving into sands that remain largely untouched by mass tourism. At dusk, the horizon deepens into shades of violet and crimson, while palm fronds sway against the humid Atlantic air. It is a coastline that feels almost undiscovered, even as Equatorial Guinea begins to position itself on the map of African destinations.
The nation, perched on Central Africa’s western coast, is better known for its oil reserves than its beaches. Yet its shoreline offers some of the region’s most striking seascapes. Along Bioko’s northern rim, stretches such as Playa de Sipopo and Playa de Moka reveal...
In bustling markets and modest kitchens across the Republic of the Congo, the aroma of simmering stews and wood-fired breads tells a story older than the nation itself. Women—often the quiet custodians of culinary heritage—are leading a movement to preserve, adapt, and celebrate traditional Congolese cuisine. Their work is part preservation, part reinvention, and wholly an affirmation of cultural identity.
These chefs, many trained in the kitchens of their mothers and grandmothers, carry recipes as living heirlooms. Passed down through decades, these instructions are rarely written, instead committed to memory and refined through practice. Dishes such as moambe—a rich, palm-oil stew often made with chicken—and fufu, the starchy accompaniment crafted...
There's a world of flavors waiting for you in Lesotho, a small landlocked mountain kingdom encircled by South Africa. When you visit this enchanting...
BANGUI, Central African Republic — The first notes come quietly: a low thump of the drum, a ripple of balafon keys. In the Boy-Rabe district, dusk settles over ochre earth, and a walled courtyard fills with the cadence of bare feet meeting ground. Dancers,...
In Kinshasa, the humid air hums with sound and movement. Street vendors call out over the steady rhythm of traffic; shopfronts spill their colors onto cracked sidewalks. Here, style is not a matter of vanity but a language—a way of speaking without words. Across the Democratic Republic of the Congo, from the dense rainforests of Équateur to the bustling riverbanks of the capital, cultural expression runs deep, threading through daily life in ways as intricate as a beaded collar...
With a wealth of architectural wonders, Morocco stands as a true testament to cultural fusion. As you journey through this vibrant North African kingdom, you will notice how the blend of Arab, Berber,...
In Côte d’Ivoire, the rhythms of daily life are set against a mosaic of more than sixty ethnic groups, each with its own history, language, and traditions. From the bustling streets of Abidjan...
The jagged escarpments of the Simien Mountains rise like ancient fortresses from the northern Ethiopian plateau, their sheer cliffs and deep valleys cut by centuries of wind and water. Declared a UNESCO World...
By Jonas Loubin
In the humid warmth of Angola’s coastal markets, the air is heavy with the scent of ripe tomatoes, ground spices, and the nutty aroma of roasted peanuts. At the heart of...
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...
Hannah Simba, African Population and Health Research Center - Language can give people the power to take an active part in their own healthcare, or it can create barriers.
Effective communication raises awareness about...
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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