Africa's economic landscape is experiencing unprecedented transformation, with the continent posting its strongest growth trajectory in over a decade driven by infrastructure development, digital innovation, and expanding intra-continental trade. The African Development Bank projects regional GDP growth of 4.1 percent for 2024, significantly outpacing global averages and marking a decisive shift from the commodity-dependent economies that dominated previous decades.
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Odongo Kodongo, University of the Witwatersrand - The proposal submitted early this year by Indian conglomerate Adani Group to Kenya Airports Authority to develop...
By Robert Stales
In the narrow, bustling streets of Cotonou, container trucks rumble toward the port while roadside vendors balance baskets of fresh produce on their heads. Farther inland, fields of cotton stretch to the horizon, their white bolls shimmering...
Many travelers consider the Nile River not only a vital waterway that flows through Sudan but also a stunning natural landmark that enhances the country's beauty. As you explore this magnificent river, you...
Perched high on the central plateau, the Eritrean capital of Asmara carries the quiet grandeur of a city shaped by layers of history. Its tree-lined boulevards, open piazzas, and unexpected blend of European...
On the Atlantic coast of West Africa, Guinea-Bissau remains a place both overlooked and quietly magnetic. Its sunlit shores and tangled mangroves open onto communities where hospitality is less performance than instinct. The gestures are small—an invitation to share a bowl of jollof rice, the warmth of a greeting in the market—but they accumulate into something more lasting, a sense of belonging in a nation rarely found on tourist itineraries.
Hospitality, here, is not abstract. Families often open their doors to strangers, setting tables with caldeirada, a fragrant fish stew simmered with peppers and palm oil. Music, meanwhile, spills from courtyards and gatherings, its rhythms carrying stories of struggle, migration,...
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...
Off the coast of West Africa, scattered like a constellation in the Atlantic, lies Cabo Verde—an archipelago where continents and centuries meet. Here, the echoes of African rhythms intertwine with the lyrical traces of Portuguese verse and the sunlit warmth of Brazilian sensibilities. The...
Benin, a West African nation with centuries of layered history, holds its traditions close. Here, cultural festivals are not simply seasonal spectacles; they are living connections to ancestral heritage, woven from strands of spirituality, artistry, and community pride. In cities and villages alike, the calendar is punctuated by celebrations that blend ritual, performance, and collective memory.
Among the most widely known is the Annual Voodoo Festival, held each January 10 in Ouidah, a coastal town often described as the cradle...
In museums across Cairo, from the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square to the halls of Luxor’s temples, the art of ancient Egypt continues to draw fascination. Carved in stone, painted on walls, or...
In the humid air of Mombasa’s coastal evenings, the strains of taarab music drift across courtyards, carrying poetry and rhythm into the night. The dance that accompanies it is as fluid as the...
Many individuals and communities in Rwanda take immense pride in their rich cultural heritage, and you will find this vibrancy beautifully expressed through the traditional crafts that have been passed down through generations....
Just imagine the moment you take your first bite of Somali cuisine, where every dish tells a story woven with history, culture, and rich flavor. Exploring the unique cuisine of Somalia is akin...
Most food lovers will find Tunisia's cuisine to be a delightful medley of Mediterranean freshness and North African zest, creating a unique culinary experience that is both aromatic and robust. If you have...
Susan Goldstein, University of the Witwatersrand and Haroon Saloojee, University of the Witwatersrand - The two public health interventions that have had the greatest impact on the world’s health are clean water and...
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...
In the heart of West Africa, Burkina Faso stretches across the savannah in a patchwork of fields, villages, and bustling markets. Landlocked and often...
In Algeria’s bustling cities, university graduates queue outside job fairs, clutching résumés and waiting for interviews that may never materialize. In smaller towns, young...
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