The MPhil Southern Urbanism is designed to cultivate the next generation of urban thinkers from the South, who are rooted in the realities, theories and practise of cities of the Global South. Drawing together a diverse cohort of scholar and practitioners, the programme uses a combination of guided learning in small-group seminars, experimentation in various spaces of urban practice and independent thesis research to ground students in Urban Studies theory, and new research methodologies. If you are interested in applying for the MPhil Southern Urbanism programme but still have some questions? This info session, hosted by programme convenor, Dr Anna…
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The world celebrates Africa, a continent of beauty and diversity, for its breathtaking landscapes, rich wildlife, and unique cultural experiences. However, for many, Africa’s heart lies in the African safari, where travelers can witness iconic animals like the Big Five in their natural habitats. Africa, with its wide range of safari options, has become a dream destination for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers. Like Karen Blixen once wrote, “An African safari is a journey that will change you forever.”. We at JENMAN African Safaris meticulously plan our safaris, providing guided tours that allow you to safely explore Africa‘s vastness and…
The least I can say now is that there is confusion in the ‘house’ of Nigerian football. The last two matches played within a space of a few days, against South Africa and Benin Republic, have thrown the Nigerian Football Federation, custodians of the game in the country, into a state of frenzy. It is hard for any observer to understand the transformation of the Super Eagles. For almost 10 barren years, with unknown foreign coaches mostly in charge, the Super Eagles grovelled in the dark in search of an answer to her dwindling fortunes in African football. Five months…
The Promise of Streetwear Fashion: Insights from Titilope MonebiAmid the dynamic landscape of Nigeria’s fashion industry, LIK DA STITCH, a streetwear fashion brand founded by Monebi Titilope Faith, also known as Streetwear Tailor, is set to revolutionize the sector with its unique blend of comfort and style.With five years of experience working alongside her mother, a celestial garment maker, Titilope Monebi ventured into streetwear fashion in 2020. Her passion for the craft and her desire to educate fashion designers on sustainable income opportunities within this niche inspired her journey.Monebi’s perspective on streetwear is that it embodies the ability to dress…
One of those rare ‘all-year-round’ gems, there isn’t really a bad time to visit Colombia. Located on the equator, the temperatures are fairly consistent in each region and the weather patterns are dictated more by altitude over anything else. As you move from the highlands to the lowlands, you’ll pass through a few different microclimates along the way! In a nutshell, it’s helpful to think of Colombia as having two different seasons: the dry and the wet. The dry season runs from December to March and again from July to September whilst the wetter months are those in between (April,…
Hear about travel to Southern Morocco as the Amateur Traveler talks to Ady from Hit The Road Music Studio about an area he fell in love with while touring it in a mobile recording studio. Ady recommends a detailed itinerary for a week-long trip exploring Southern Morocco, starting and ending in Marrakesh. Here’s a breakdown of the suggested trip: Day 1: Marrakesh Arrive in Marrakesh and spend the night. Experience the bustling city, try a mix of European and Moroccan cuisine, and get a taste of the local culture. Day 2: Travel over the Atlas Mountains Travel from Marrakesh over…
Sport occupies a hallowed place in the history of pan-Africanism. The Confederation of African Football (CAF), which runs African football and, in particular, the African Cup of Nations (Afcon), was founded as far back as 1957. That was six years before the birth of the Organisation of African Unity, the precursor to the African Union. Over the years the CAF lent its support to anti-colonial liberation struggles across the continent, including against apartheid in South Africa.
John Baxter Taylor Jr etched his name in history as the first black Olympic gold medalist. While attending the University of Pennsylvania, Taylor dominated the track, clinching three IC4A 440-yard titles. His winning times in 1904 (49.2 seconds) and 1907 (48.8 seconds) stood as the fastest in the world in those years. He also secured the AAU championship in 1907, according to the Olympics website. Despite his favored status in the 400 meters at the 1908 Olympics, Taylor failed to perform. The race was overshadowed by controversy when Britain’s Wyndham Halswelle and America’s John Carpenter clashed. Carpenter was accused of…
The current state of the world is the tragic manifestation of history repeating itself, echoing the famous line, “Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.” In 1919, at the end of World War I, the victorious powers – Britain, France, Italy, the United States and Japan – convened for the Paris Peace Conference, which produced the Treaty of Versailles and established the League of Nations, heralding a new era of international relations. The latter’s primary objective, as outlined in its 26-article covenant, was to promote peace, prevent the recurrence of global conflict, and…
This is the second of a three part series on the current economic and political crises in Kenya. Part One addresses the political foundations of the crisis. Part Two will tackle the real economic challenges that the current administration inherited, and arguably made worse. Finally, Part Three will conclude with some thoughts on the set of bad options on the table for the administration.On July 11, 2024 President William Ruto dissolved his Cabinet following weeks of protests against his administration. As discussed in the previous post, the immediate trigger of the countrywide popular revolt was a raft of tax increases…