Moroccan tea in front of the Dades Gorge Morocco seduces visitors with vibrant colors, exotic scents, and breathtaking landscapes. Recently, I embarked on an unforgettable 15-day journey that started in the bustling city of Marrakech, took me deep into the Sahara Desert, and introduced me to hidden gems along the way. Let me share every memorable detail of my adventure to inspire and help you plan your Moroccan journey. Table of contents: (Hide) Day 1: Marrakech Menara Airport – Arrival and Riad Check-in Stepping off the plane at Marrakech Menara Airport, I immediately felt a surge of excitement mixed with…
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Anger is mounting in Kenya following the death of Albert Ojwang whilst in custody. The activist was arrested on Saturday, subsequent to a complaint from the police, who accused him of damaging their reputation on social media. Activists have taken to the streets in protest, as Kenya approaches the one-year anniversary of daily uprisings against government corruption and tax reforms. Issued on: 10/06/2025 – 11:24 3 min Reading time Albert Ojwang died just a few hours after his arrest. He had been detained for allegedly criticising the police on his blog and social media.According to the police, he injured himself…
Three days after an attack on a humanitarian convoy that killed five people, the African Union, the United States and several other countries urged the warring parties in Sudan to respect humanitarian law. This East African country has been devastated by a bloody war since April 2023. According to the UN, four million people have already fled the country, leaving it in a state of chaos and causing a humanitarian crisis. In other news, the University of Zimbabwe has begun replacing its striking lecturers with adjunct staff who reportedly earn as little as three US dollars per hour. More than…
These images—mostly made on commission and for the souvenir market—helped shape the perception of Suriname as a prosperous colony but also bear traces of what was typically left out of the frame. Aankomst van het stoomschip H.M. Hertog Hendrik op de Surinamerivier, 6 februari 1928, Koninklijke Verzamelingen Den Haag On view at Foam, Amsterdam, 23 May 2025 – 6 November 2025 Foam presents the first retrospective exhibition in the Netherlands dedicated to the work of Augusta Curiel (Suriname, 1873-1937). With her sister Anna (Suriname, 1875–1958) as her assistant, Curiel ran a successful photography studio in Paramaribo,…
In SummaryA country’s healthcare and social situation can be judged by how high or low its infant mortality rates are. They track the number of infants who die before turning one year old, every 1,000 births which tells us about the health challenges for newborns and their families.Some African countries face serious childhood mortality because they have poor health care which is linked to continued conflict or political troubles.While Northern and Southern countries have managed to considerably decrease the number of infant deaths in the last few years, Central and West African countries are majorly the ones leading this.Deep Dive!!The…
Entrepreneurship is increasingly recognised as a fundamental pillar of competitive and dynamic economies. It is as a key driver of job creation, economic growth, and resilience, as well as a catalyst for the green and digital transition, writes Yara Shawky Shahin. Egypt is one of the countries experiencing rapid growth in entrepreneurship programmes, aiming to position itself as a regional start-up hub, particularly in fintech, e-commerce, and sustainable solutions. This expansion has been fuelled by a vibrant start-up ecosystem and increasing support from both the government and the private sector. Various international development organisations offer funding, mentorship, and training to…
Mahmoud Abdelrazek Shikabala of Zamalek celebrates victory during the CAF Champions League 2024/25 Final match between Pyramids and Zamalek at Cairo International Stadium in Cairo, Egypt on 5 June 2025 ©Weam MostafaBackpagePix by Austin Ditlhobolo Friday Jun 06, 2025. 15:00 Zamalek SC head coach Ayman Al-Ramadi has expressed his delight after guiding the team to the Egypt Cup triumph on Thursday night.The White Knights humbled the newly-crowned African champions, Pyramids, 8-7 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in a final played at the Cairo International Stadium.The win saw Zamalek lift the Egypt Cup for the 29th time and Al Ahly…
Nigerian fashion designer and style icon Veekee James is counting down to her 30th birthday on June 9, and she’s doing it in the most beautiful way with stunning, show-stopping outfits that have everyone talking.But beyond just slaying, she’s also using this moment to support other talented fashion designers, and we absolutely love to see it.Veekee has always known how to turn heads, but this birthday celebration feels even more special. It’s bold, beautiful, and full of meaning.She’s shining a light on African fashion talents, and her first three birthday looks are giving us all the royal and goddess vibes…
If you’ve been reading the news lately, you might have seen alarming headlines suggesting that the United States has “added” South Africa to its travel alert list, implying new dangers or an escalation in security concerns. Naturally, this kind of media attention spreads quickly – and often, unnecessarily.Cape Town’s calm says more than headlines doThe Real StatusBut here’s the reality: the U.S. travel advisory level for South Africa hasn’t changed. We’re still at Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution – the same advisory level we’ve held for years, alongside countries like the United Kingdom, Germany, and France.So Why the Fuss?The U.S.…
The air conditioning sputters to a halt. The TV clicks off. The steady hum of electricity gives way to silence, swallowed by the creeping Lagos heat and the lingering scent of lavender from a diffuser. Everyone in the room sighs.We’re in the flat of 23-year-old musician M3lon in the suburb of Lekki, talking about Nigeria’s Afro-Adura, also known as trenches music (trench being a slang term for a ghetto or impoverished area). This is raw songcraft drawing together gospel, trap and the energetic Nigerian pop style of fuji, leaning heavily on Yoruba proverbs, idioms and faith – adura translates to…