This month saw Nairobi County Governor Johnson Sakaja and Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis sign a ‘Sister City Agreement’ with a shared mission to make both cities the undisputed economic hubs of their respective regions. And yes, I am sure you’re wondering what a sister city is. According to google, a sister city or a twin town relationship is a…
Recently, Nyokabi Macharia embarked on a remarkable odyssey in the captivating realm of talent competitions where dreams are woven and destinies collide *wink*. Her soul-stirring performance and magnetic persona ignited hope in the hearts of many, as she set out to conquer the Africa Monologue Challenge in Accra, Ghana. Amidst the intense competition, Nyokabi Macharia turned to her beloved Kenyans.…
The Ugandan Ghetto Kids are creating a worldwide frenzy and making it very clear that they are in the 16th season of Britain’s Got Talent to win. They made history as they cruised through to the grand finale of Britain’s Got Talent 2023 where they received a golden buzzer during their debut performance taking them to the finals. These kids…
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,…
The world of modest fashion has been growing and evolving over the years, with more and more women embracing this look. No longer limited to a particular religion or culture, modest fashion has become a global phenomenon. Designers and brands from all over the world are now offering their own take on modest clothing and sending these looks down the…
Kamala Harris, the Vice President of the United States of America, recently visited Ghana as part of her Africa Trip that included Tanzania and Zambia. Vice President Harris met with Ghana’s President, Nana Akufo-Addo. During the meeting, they discussed the importance of the creative industry in Ghana and the need for international support to help it grow and develop. The…