Introduction
Oral tradition has long been a fundamental pillar for transmitting knowledge, culture, and identity, particularly in Africa. With the …
Culture
Zaouli Dance: A Gouro Treasure for Côte d’Ivoire’s Cultural Heritage and Tourism
Introduction
In the heart of Côte d’Ivoire, the Gouro people preserve an exceptional cultural heritage, with the Zaouli dance standing …
Language and Gender: Dynamics and Inequalities in Northern Madagascar
Introduction
In Malagasy societies, from the south to the north, the diversity of dialects can contribute to the reproduction …
THE ART OF BELONGING ACROSS TIME AND CULTURE
Introduction
Where do you belong? Most Africans would answer this question with a community they belong to rather than a …
Hip-Hop: A Musical Culture That Defined Generations
Introduction
Hip-hop is more than just a genre. It’s a culture-defining genre that transcends music. It’s a genre that shaped …
The Power of Travel: Learning Through Culture and Experience
Introduction
Travel has long been one of the most powerful ways for people to learn about the world. While television, …
Memory and the Machine: Africa’s Great Divide
Introduction
An invisible lie has settled into our minds: the belief that, in order to enter the twenty-first century, Africa …
How African Proverbs Teach Us Life Lessons
Introduction
African proverbs encompass the rich wisdom of past generations, to be expressed eloquently. They exceed the limitations of hollow …
The Craftsmanship Renaissance: Redefining Identity in a High-Speed World
Introduction
For decades, the global narrative surrounding African craftsmanship has been draped in the language of “tradition,” a word that …
“Wait… that’s normal?” Funny Cultural Moments and What We Can Learn from Them
Introduction
What we consider “normal” is often shaped by the culture in which we grow up. From the way we …