From Lagos to London to Los Angeles, a new style is taking dance clubs and music charts by storm. Chances are, you’re already familiar with the sound, even if you haven’t heard the name.
Afrobeats, a music genre from Nigeria, is shaking up the global music industry. Growing since the early 90s, the genre really took off in the international music scene with Drake’s 2016 hit “One Dance,” featuring Nigerian artist Wizkid. Other US artists, including Ciara and Major Lazer,...
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The Zulu Sierra – Papa Whiskey Whiskey (ZS-PWW) may look like any other plane. But, this aircraft is special because it carries bright young minds to an exceptional future. The plane is owned by Refilwe Ledwaba. She’s the first black woman to fly for the South Africa Police Service and the first black woman to be a helicopter pilot in South Africa!
Refilwe grew up in Lenyenye, a small township in the Limpopo region of South Africa. She is the...
Photo credit to ETAN COMICS, from their video “ETAN COMICS presents JEMBER | The first Ethiopian Superhero Comic Book”
2018 proved to be a big year for heroes. From the page to the screen, loved and loathed characters alike captivated audiences and left us all wanting more.
Superheroes made a big impression at the box office with Disney’s Black Panther. The film introduced audiences to Marvel Comics’ first African superhero with a star-studded cast and plenty of action! In case we...
Tourism is a wonderful thing. Seeing different parts of the world enriches our lives, offers opportunities to break free from our comfort zone, and broadens our horizons.
Yet, while tourism may enhance our lives, it is not always the same for the communities we visit.
What we see on the news, in movies, and even the conversations we have with the people around us shape the stereotypes we hold about the world. When you’re visiting a new place, you have a...
Changing the world may seem like an impossible task. Though it may seem a big goal, the truth is that all change starts at home. If you’re passionate about ending extreme poverty, there are actions you can take in your everyday life to make a difference. By using your democratic power, you can create a domino effect that can lead to lasting impact on the world.
Here are five ways you can participate in democracy and create change in the...
“To have a legacy, you must stand for something.”
Keynote speaker and respected author Taban Lo Liyong offers this piece of wisdom at the The Writivism Festival, Uganda’s leading literary event, which brings African writers to Kampala every year! The weekend-long festival includes presentations from guest speakers, readings, lectures, film screenings, and more. The event wraps up with an award show that honors rising authors.
Each year, the festival centers around a specific theme. This year’s theme was on legacy and...
Photography has a new face in the modern world. With over 1 billion monthly users, Instagram continues to change the way people take and share photos. It’s no surprise that novice and professional photographers alike flock to this social media platform.
Social media makes our world seem smaller and smaller. On Instagram, users can see images from anywhere. It also empowers people to capture their everyday lives on film, allowing them to challenge stereotypes, tell real stories, and change the...
It’s the centenary celebration of Nelson Mandela and to honour all the incredible ways he changed the world we’ve created a set of free downloadable backgrounds for your phone!
Over his lifetime, Mandela defended equality for all with courage and persistence, leading to the end of apartheid.
Since then, activists worldwide have turned to him for inspiration and followed in his footsteps to be part of the next great generation.
Have you been inspired by his timeless words of wisdom? Then wear...
Mandela Day, on July 18th, stands as a day to honour the challenges and triumphs of Nelson Mandela’s life. Through his work in ending South African apartheid, Mandela forever changed a nation and became a symbol of equality for the entire world.
It’s no wonder that his life serves as inspiration for the big screen. We didn’t get enough Mandela movie magic with these 6 inspirational films, so we’re adding more to the list!
1. Mandela
Mandela gives an in-depth look at...
It’s hard to keep track of all the incredible things about Nelson Mandela and his accomplishments. We’re clearly inspired by his actions and wisdom, and there’s still even more to know about him! You may remember these 7 facts about Nelson Mandela, and there are a few more to add to the list!
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1. His birth name was Rolihlahla Mandela. His primary school teacher gave him the name Nelson.
2. He began his long road to a college degree...