Africa: Africa Magic Viewer’s Choice Awards Nominees Out
[The Herald] Voting is now open for the 10th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards, enabling viewers to have their say in who should win the prestigious awards at a glittering ceremony in May.
Africa: Made in Africa – Africa’s Fashion Redefining Narratives About the Continent
[IPS] Nairobi — It is a new dawn as Africa’s high fashion industry enters an era defined and driven by young African fashion designers. As they take to the global stage, the young creatives are showcasing the continent in all its majesty through uniqu…
Africa: Exploring the Roots of Stupidity – First Understand the Psychology of What Lies Behind Irrational Opinions
[The Conversation Africa] Most people, at one time or another, act foolishly. However, truly ignorant individuals exhibit a lack of introspection and stubbornly cling to their opinions, regardless of how irrational they may be. These people demonstrate…
Africa: The Future of IGAD Amidst Turmoil in the Horn
[African Arguments] Debating Ideas reflects the values and editorial ethos of the African Arguments book series, publishing engaged, often radical, scholarship, original and activist writing from within the African continent and beyond. It offers debat…
Africa: Stories From the UN Archive – Poetic Traditions At the UN
[UN News] On World Poetry Day, marked on 21 March, and #ThrowbackThursday, we looked at some poetry in motion in the General Assembly’s Third Committee on social, humanitarian and cultural affairs.
Africa: Exploring the World of Sports with 1xBet: From Football to E-Sports
[InfoWire] In today’s digital age, the world of sports betting has transcended traditional boundaries, offering enthusiasts a vast array of options ranging from football to the rapidly growing domain of e-sports. Among the plethora of platforms availab…
Africa: Germany’s Colonial Era – Battling Oblivion With Art
[DW] Street names, monuments and graves of colonial rulers: The colonial era has left its mark on Germany. In the German city of Bonn, artist Cheryl McIntosh explores colonial history and its impact on the present.
Africa: Colonial Statues in Africa Have Been Removed, Returned and Torn Down Again – Why It’s Such a Complex History
[The Conversation Africa] In 2020, the murder of George Floyd in the US served as a catalyst for the global Black Lives Matter movement. It sparked widespread protests against police brutality and systemic racism. It also ignited debates about historic…
Africa: Artists’ Residencies On the Rise Across Africa
[Independent (Kampala)] From Accra to Dakar, Marrakech to Lagos, Nairobi and now, Cape Town, art residence programs are on the rise, often initiated by successful African artists and now also by public-private partnerships.
Africa: African Female Filmmakers Converge in Benin
[DW] The International Women’s Film Festival features 18 films, all made by women.