Miss South Africa, Zozibini Tunzi, has been crowned Miss Universe 2019 “I grew up in a world where a woman who looks like me — with my kind of skin and my kind of hair — was never considered to be beautiful, I think it […]
The Eritrean–Ethiopian War was one of the major conflicts in the horn of Africa between Ethiopia and Eritrea from May 1998 to June 2000, over the disputed town of Badme. It led to hundreds of millions of dollars wasted on the war; casualties and people […]
Medical tourism is when people visit other countries only to use their medical system. Over the years, African leaders have developed a reputation for engaging in this practice. Some examples include: Muhammadu Buhari – Nigeria Muhammadu Buhari infamously went to the UK for […]
Violence against women takes many forms, and the traditional practice of Female circumcision (FGM) is one example. Now, the UK government has pledged £50m to help end FGM by 2030
Congolese gynaecologist Denis Mukwege is known as “Doctor Miracle” for his ability to repair through reconstructive surgery the horrific damage inflicted on women who have been raped.
Africa Utopia festival returns to Southbank Centre for the sixth year showcasing leading artists, performers, writers and thinkers from Africa and its diaspora. Africa Utopia 2018 will feature four days of music, comedy, film, theatre, dance, literature, fashion, workshops, market stalls, talks, debates and free […]
This is Mamoudou Gassama. The 22-year-old from Mali has made headlines for using quick thinking and athleticism to save a 4-year-old child, hanging from a balcony. Gassama’s impressive actions have earned him comparisons with Marvel’s web-slinger, Spiderman. After effortlessly making his ascent up four storeys, […]
MaXhosa By Laduma is defending African creativity by pursuing legal action against ZARA for allegedly stealing its Khanyisa Cardigan design. The popular SA fashion brand saw legal action to be unavoidable after some of its customers spotted very similar designs on socks at ZARA […]
The King of Swaziland, King Mswati III, has officially renamed the country to the Kingdom of eSwatini to mark the 50th anniversary of independence from Britain. Swaziland or Kingdom of eSwantini was one of the few countries that did not change its name after independence. […]
An emotional and colourful service for the ‘mother of the nation’ was attended by thousands in Soweto