A recent news article on Uganda’s new paternity bill is a sign that African countries are doing what it takes to change some of the patriarchal systems we inherited from our forefathers. The world has evolved and it is important for us to empower and support women as well as do whatever it takes to have stronger family units. This…
The Bogo Ja and Bougou Saba Cultural Centre wanted to honour the Malian tradition of beautifying mud houses by creating a painting competition called Bogo Ja Festival in Siby, Mali. Rather than viewing mud homes as archaic in this modern world, the festival aims to encourage and celebrate earthen architecture and a revive the vanishing tradition of beautifying homes in…
Davido [David Adedeji Adeleke] has announced that he has an upcoming Netflix series based on his life that will be released in December 2023. The Nigerian singer is known for his colourful personality and great music. The Netflix series – simply titled DAVID – is a welcome surprise to his fans worldwide but is especially exciting for his African fan…
“Queen Cleopatra” is a captivating 4-part documentary series that explores the life of one of the most renowned, influential, and often misunderstood figures in history, Cleopatra. The life of Cleopatra has been a topic of much discussion and myth. However, this docuseries aims to revaluate this aspect of her intriguing story, including her romantic life, in a fresh perspective. Additionally,…
This past weekend, Kenyan fashion brand IKOJN (pronounced /icon/) held an exclusive fashion pop-up and cocktail party at The Social House Hotel, Nairobi to celebrate multiple milestones. This included the launch of The IKOJNIC Club, an exclusive loyalty program for its customers that allows shoppers to gain points, get discounts and claim rewards for shopping at IKOJN. In partnership with…