Summer is at its peak right now, which means it’s time to start thinking about the September shows. The spring 2025 New York Fashion Week schedule may be small, but it’s chock-full of surprises.The week will officially kick off on Friday, September 6th at 1pm with Area, which is currently celebrating its 10th anniversary. It’ll be a big day for the city, with Collina Strada and Willy Chavarria also holding shows on opening day. They’ll be joined by Pieter Mulier, who opted out of Alaïa’s usual off-calendar slot adjacent to the Paris couture season in favor of an off-calendar show…
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The core ethos of We Are Africa challenges outdated travel tropes in African travel. Each year high-end travel brands gather in Cape Town, South Africa to Encounter the Extraordinary. A strong partnership has formed with many important stakeholders throughout the continent. One of the most important partnerships that aligns well with our mission is South African Tourism. South African Tourism’s goal is to make tourism the leading economic sector in South Africa and, by doing so, promote the sustainable economic and social empowerment of all South Africans. South African Tourism provides support at every level, using their expertise, strategic planning…
Severe flooding in Liberia has led a group of senators to propose relocating the capital city away from overcrowded and poorly managed Monrovia, a suggestion met with a mixture of enthusiasm and hesitancy in the West African country. Issued on: 22/07/2024 – 13:09 2 min Flash floods triggered by torrential rains between the end of June and early July left some 48,000 Liberians in urgent need, the National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA) said.The flood-prone capital was particularly badly hit, owing in part to overpopulation, a poor sewage system, and a lack of building regulation.According to the Daily Observer, quoting NDMA…
South Africa’s Cape regions, encompassing the Western and Eastern Cape, are a treasure trove of natural beauty, cultural richness, and adventure. From the cosmopolitan allure of Cape Town to Gqeberha via the serene landscapes of the Garden Route, these provinces offer a diverse range of activities that cater to every type of traveller. Outdoor enthusiast? Take your pick of numerous natural wonders. Wildlife lover? A Big Five safari will tick all your boxes. If you’re interested in history and culture, the Cape has no shortage of memorable sites, and, if you live to eat, you will find some of the…
This is the third 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 tackles the real economic challenges that the current administration inherited, and arguably made worse. Finally, Part Three concludes with some thoughts on the set of bad options on the table for the administration.There are no easy policy options out of Kenya’s fiscal crisis. There’s a decade-long “refinancing wall” ahead, with debt servicing already gobbling up about half of all revenues. Since access to and misappropriation of state resources is the…
Imagine a dimly lit room in Buea—a town where people have become used to going about their business with gunshots echoing far and wide like waves against a rocky shore. A young spoken-word artist takes the stage, topless with his face and body painted white with various African symbols, including cowrie shells, as if to hide his pain. With words as sharp as a double-edged sword, he weaves a tale of pain, hope, and resilience; his voice carries the weight of a people silenced for too long, a people yearning for peace and justice. Taleabong Boris Alemnge, 23, the spoken-word…
Ilori Julius, the founder of Learners Corner, a leading edtech company dedicated to promoting access to quality education in Nigeria recently led a two-state government delegation to the United States to seek best education technology practice. Julius and his team which comprises representatives from the Lagos State ministry of basic and secondary education, the ministry of innovation and digital economy in Ekiti State, and various private sector groups including Imperial Education Technology, the Nest Innovation Park, and Future Perspectives, among others. The edutech firm with focus on improving learning outcomes through their web application, teachers’ development programme, and advisory support…
Imagine walking into a room with architects, designers, and clients all oohing and aahing over a stunning visual display. What’s causing all the excitement? It’s the magic of architecture 3D animation, bringing blueprints to life in ways that were once only dreamed of. This cutting-edge field revolutionizes how we envision, present, and sell architectural designs. This guide will delve you into the intricacies of mastering this exciting skill set. Ready to build your future in 3D? Let’s dive in!Understanding 3D Architectural AnimationBasics of 3D AnimationAt its core, 3D architectural animation is like digital sculpting mixed with a dash of movie-making.…
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1K There is a new Rema on the block, and he might not be the typical one we are aware of. The young musician has been accused many times of devil worship from various antics of his, such as wearing his popular ‘upside down’ church-on-fire necklace. Additionally, his performance on November 14, 2023, sparked controversy when he opened the stage wearing a mask and mounted on a stationary horse with fire in the background. This dramatic entrance caused a public reaction, with some people calling him demonic or satanic. Despite explaining that his stage presence primarily served to represent his…