Air Congo is a collaboration between Ethiopian Airline and the Government of Democratic Republic of Congo. (Photo: Ethiopian Airlines/Facebook) Read < 1 minuteEthiopian Airlines, in collaboration with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), officially launched Air Congo on Monday. Ethiopian Airlines CEO Mesfin Tasew described the inauguration as a “historic milestone” in the aviation history of the DRC, emphasizing its potential to transform air travel in the Central African nation. “Our partnership with the Democratic Republic of Congo to establish Air Congo reflects our commitment to liberalize and to transfer technical and managerial skills, train thousands of Congolese aviation professionals,…
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Grace Wales Bonner has an undeniable talent for crafting timeless, iconic sneakers that resonate with both fashion enthusiasts and sneakerheads. Her Adidas collaborations, celebrated for their meticulous attention to detail and elevated design, have cemented their place as must-haves in the footwear world. Yet, with such high demand comes a familiar frustration: they sell out almost instantly. If you missed out on last year’s sought-after Wales Bonner Samba ‘Core Black,’ don’t worry—Adidas is back with the Samba ‘Black Pony,’ a fresh iteration that’s sure to fill the void. The Return of a Modern Classic Photo: Adidas The Adidas Samba ‘Black…
SADC special – valid until 31 March 2024. The Okavango & Kwara Private Reserve Lodge Safari offers a chance to visit iconic safari areas in Botswana at unbelievably reduced prices. A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for SADC residents to visit some of the most iconic safari areas in Botswana at unbelievably reduced prices. A safari rich and diverse that guarantees excellent wildlife sightings, all while staying at luxury safari camps that are usually only affordable to international visitors. Source link
Angolan tycoon Isabel dos Santos, once dubbed “Africa’s richest woman”, has hit out at the UK for imposing sanctions on her, telling the BBC the move came as a surprise as she had not been found guilty of “any corruption in any court in any country”.Last month, the daughter of Angola’s former president was described by the UK government as a “notorious kleptocrat” and slapped with an asset freeze and travel ban for allegedly siphoning wealth out of oil-rich Angola.She said Angola’s government was behind a campaign to tarnish her image.”It’s political at the end of the day,” Dos Santos,…
The #MeToo movement exposed abuses across industries, yet men’s football remains resistant to accountability, protecting predators and sidelining survivors. Photo by Terrace Grain on Unsplash. The #MeToo movement swept through Hollywood and fundamentally shifted the paradigm of accountability for powerful individuals accused of sexual misconduct. It ignited a global reckoning that sought repercussions for actions long shielded by status, money, and influence. The movement dampened the careers of comedians, actors, film and television producers, and executives accused of inappropriate sexual behavior and led to the criminal convictions for some high-profile figures such as Harvey Weinstein, R. Kelly, Danny Masterson, and…
Greensprings School, Lekki Campus, excelled at the U16 Island Schools 3×3 Basketball Tournament held last weekend. The event, which featured nine schools from across Lagos Island, was a showcase of skill, sportsmanship, and youthful talent. A statement by Greensprings said the tournament hosted by the school was designed to promote grassroots basketball development, engage youth in sports, and identify future basketball stars, delivered on its promise. Greensprings School emerged victorious, clinching gold medals in both the male and female categories. It read, “The games were intense, filled with outstanding displays of teamwork, determination, and athleticism. Greensprings School’s male and female…
Tomiwa Aladekomo, CEO of Big Cabal Media, the powerhouse behind one of Africa’s leading tech publications, TechCabal, shares insights on his company’s ambitious plans for the upcoming Moonshot by TechCabal 2024 conference. In this candid conversation, we explore the significance of the event in shaping the African tech ecosystem and the need for African tech companies to think beyond borders and expand globally. The conversation also touched on AI in Africa and what companies on the continent are doing in the space. What are the primary goals and objectives for Moonshot by TechCabal 2024? How will this event improve on…
The last time Chris Brown performed in South Africa, the country was still in the throes of a second Jacob Zuma presidency. It was July 2016, and Zuma had recently survived an impeachment vote over his use of state funds to renovate his homestead in Nkandla, KwaZulu-Natal. The decision would enhance his reputation as the “Teflon President,” the so-called tactical mastermind who always appeared to be two steps ahead of the laws that he was accused of breaking. Back in 2006, Zuma was acquitted of rape charges in a widely publicized trial that saw his defenders, most notably the ANC…
I want to write about lives that never happened. I want to write about moments in a life, small decisions, which would have, could have, should have opened up an entirely different set of possibilities… but didn’t. I want to write about one family of white South African anti-apartheid activists, and the lives that they could have lived. The Schoons – Marius, Jeanette and their two children, Katryn and Fritz – were forced into exile after facing years of intense repression by the apartheid state. Starting in 1977, the Schoons spent six years as members of the African National Congress’…
This edition features interesting outfits and looks for every woman and man regardless of personal style. In this edition, you’ll find all the style inspo needed for you to turn up at your office looking stylish and to stand out in the best ways possible. With style inspiration from our favourite celebrities and real-life career women and men, let us inspire your style! This is the BNStyle Workwear Series – your weekly fix of workwear fashion. Check on real career women and men with real styles below. Consider this your guide to navigating chic, workwear style whenever, wherever. For more workwear inspiration…