Luba people and their socio-economic history
The Luba people live in the south-east of what is now the . Historically, …
Culture
What is Nairobi’s ‘Ghetto Classics Orchestra’?
The Ghetto Classics Orchestra is an orchestra that was set up in 2007 in one of Nairobi’s slums, Korogocho. The …
Charlotte Maxeke – South Africa’s ‘Mother of Black Freedom
Charlotte Maxeke (1874-1939) was a South African religious leader, social worker and political activist. She fought against the system in …
The Ivory Pendant of the Iyoba Queen Mother
WHAT DO THE COLOUR WHITE AND IVORY HAVE IN COMMON?
In the Edo culture, the colour white has a very …
The Ivory Vessels of the Yoruba Owo Kings
THE HISTORY OF THE YORUBA OWO KINGDOM
In the 18th Century, modern day southern Nigeria was known as the Yoruba …
Emperor Tewodros II’s hair is returned to Ethiopia
The in the United Kingdom has returned the hair of former Ethiopian Emperor, , to Ethiopia. The hair was cut …
Skin lightening & colourism – A post-colonial legacy?
SKINCARE IN AFRICA
Skincare is a rapidly growing market worldwide. In Africa, the beauty and personal care industry is expected …
Spotlight on Human Trafficking: A2ES – Arts to End Slavery
HUMAN TRAFFICKING: WHAT IS IT?
Human trafficking is the illegal movement of people from one country or area to another, …
Africa’s Linguistic Divisions
A CONTINENT OF MANY LANGUAGES
Even though Africa is home to an estimated 2,000 local languages, the majority of languages …
Wave of Afro-optimism found amongst Africa’s youth
AFRICA YOUTH SURVEY 2020
has discovered a strong optimism for the future amongst Africa’s youth. Fourteen countries across the African …