While much of the world is in 2025, Ethiopia is joyfully celebrating the start of its own year 2018. This unique calendar, seven years behind the Gregorian calendar, stems from an ancient calculation of the birth of Christ that differs from the way the rest of the world calculates it. The holiday, known as Enkutatash, fills […]
From Wildlife to Waterfalls: The Best Things to Do in Malawi
Malawi, often called the “Warm Heart of Africa,” is quickly becoming a must-visit destination for adventure seekers and nature lovers. The country, celebrated for its breathtaking scenic diversity and legendary friendliness, offers an experience that blends wildlife, culture, and relaxation. Your adventure begins at the vast Lake Malawi, perfect for snorkeling among colorful cichlid fish and enjoying […]
Rediscovered 1831 Portrait Recasts Black Representation in Regency Britain
A remarkable 1831 painting by Emma Jones is challenging long-held narratives about Black representation in Regency-era Britain. Unlike typical period portraits, this work centers on two young Black girls, defying the period’s norms that often relegated Black people to the margins or caricatured them in stereotypical roles. Art historians believe the painting’s empathetic portrayal, including natural, curled […]
Thabiso Musi’s ‘Abstract Clay’ Reimagines Heritage Through Fashion
Thabiso Musi is honoring Heritage Month with Abstract Clay, a women’s collection that fuses Khoisan heritage with modern design. Inspired by Krotoa, the 17th-century Khoekhoe woman who bridged cultures as a translator and entrepreneur, Musi uses fashion to spotlight African women’s overlooked contributions to culture and society. His designs draw on earthy tones and protective, shell-like […]
Five Restaurants Defining Lagos’s Bold Food Scene
Lagos has become one of Africa’s most dynamic dining hubs, where Nigerian traditions boldly merge with global flavors and every night out is a feast. Despite its wealth of restaurants, the city has five standout spots that capture its vibrant culinary spirit. For Afro-fusion in a chic setting, Hanes & Jones delights with slow-cooked beef short ribs
When Healing Was Heresy: The 16th-Century Inquisition Trial of a Ghanaian Woman
In 1556, Mónica Fernandes, an Akan woman from present-day Ghana, was shipped to Lisbon to face the Portuguese Inquisition. Her crime was not sorcery, but seeking a medicine—a traditional ointment for a cat bite—from a local healer instead of the European apothecary. Inquisitors, however, branded her community’s customs as witchcraft, recording everyday practices like yam rituals
Uganda’s Rhino Population Rebounds Decades After Extinction
Over 40 years after rhinos were wiped out in Uganda due to poaching and political turmoil, conservation efforts at Ziwa Ranch have brought them back in remarkable numbers. Ziwa Ranch, once a cattle farm, now serves as a protected sanctuary where 48 southern white rhinos roam freely—the country’s only population living in the wild. This success
Temi Otedola and Mr Eazi Tie the Knot in Style
Temi Otedola, the daughter of one of Nigeria’s richest men, and Afrobeats star Mr Eazi celebrated their love with not one but three spectacular weddings across Monaco, Dubai, and Iceland. Their journey began with an intimate legal ceremony in Monte Carlo, Monaco, attended by the couple and a few witnesses. It was followed by a vibrant Yoruba
Sun, Sand, and Resilience: How Tunisia Won Back Tourist Trust
A decade after terrorist attacks devastated its tourism industry, Tunisia is experiencing a remarkable rebound. European visitors, particularly from the UK, are returning in numbers that now rival the pre-2015 era, signaling a hard-won “return of trust” in the North African nation as a safe destination. This resurgence is a relief for major resorts and the […]
Lesotho Rekindles Push to Reclaim King Moshoeshoe I’s Lost Treasures
In 1862, the diplomatic King Moshoeshoe I of Basotho sent 80 personal items to a London exhibition, hoping to strengthen ties with Britain. These artifacts, however, never returned and now reside in the British Museum. Discovering this overlooked history, researcher Lineo Segoete partnered with Open Restitution Africa to spark national dialogue through town halls and village