Memoir “You Must Set Forth at Dawn” by Wole Soyinka
Wole Soyinka’s memoir, “You Must Set Forth at Dawn,” is a profound and captivating journey through the life of one of Africa’s most influential literary...
Category : ARTS & CULTURE
President Tinubu Renames National Theatre to the Wole Soyinka Centre for Arts and Culture
In a significant cultural and political move, President Bola Tinubu has officially renamed Nigeria’s iconic National Theatre to the Wole Soyinka Centre for Arts and...
African Americans and July 4th Independence Day: Contributions and Significance
Independence Day, celebrated annually on July 4th, marks the anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776, when the thirteen American colonies...
A Journey of Hope: An African Immigrant’s Tale of Canada
A Journey of Hope: An African Immigrant’s Tale of Canada with Jide Adesina As the plane touched down at Toronto Pearson International Airport, I could...
Tale of Two Cities: Egyptian and Greek Artists Host Cross-Continental Exhibition
Art D’Égypte, with its CulturVator arm, launched Tuesday the Tale of Two Cities exhibition — a joint show hosted by Greece’s Acropolis Museum and Egypt’s...
Angola’s Commitment to Conservation is Creating a Haven for Ecotourism
Angola’s rare blend of natural beauty and biodiversity is making it a top destination for nature lovers and conservationists. “Angola has one of the greatest...
Much Ado About Something -The Tyranny of Foreign Exchange Rates
Much Ado About Something The Tyranny of Foreign Exchange Rates For a long time, I have studied and observed the dynamics determining the foreign exchange...
A Son of a Father, and A Father of a Son
As a son of a father, born under the shade of ancient Iroko tree, Where the winds whisper tales of ancestral strength, I carry the...
The Evolution and Presence of African Fashion in the Gen X World
1970s and 1980s During these decades, African fashion began to gain international attention. Designers like Alphadi from Niger and Nigerian designer Folake Coker started blending...
Three Mozambican women’s stories of enslavement by jihadist insurgents
Paloma Laudet/TNH Hundreds, possibly thousands, of women have been kidnapped by jihadist insurgents in northern Mozambique. Those who escape face social stigma and meagre assistance....
Mati Diop’s “Dahomey” and Abderrahmane Sissako’s “Black Tea” to Open and Close Film Africa 2024: London’s Biggest Celebration of African Cinema
The Royal African Society is thrilled to announce the return of Film Africa, one of the most anticipated and celebrated showcases of African cinema in...
African Fashion’s Modern Influence
In recent years, African dresses with modern influences have gained significant popularity. African fashion has made a notable impact on the global fashion scene, blending...
Discover the Rich Heritage of North Africa’s Indigenous Peoples
The Imazighen, also known as Amazighen, are the indigenous peoples of North Africa. While the world may recognize them by the terms “Moors” or “Berber”—labels...
Rwanda: 30 Years On, Embracing Local Traditions in Reconstruction Efforts
Back in 1994, Rwanda faced immense challenges after the genocide against the Tutsis. The justice system struggled to handle the enormity of the crimes, leading...
Yoruba Culture Across Continents: A Shades of Tradition and Influence
In the vast tapestry of global cultures, few threads are as vibrant and enduring as the traditions of the Yoruba people of West Africa. From...
New Edition of 1st Afrika Magazine April- June Copy
This edition is highly informative, creative design and excellent reports on economic issues plaguing Africa while showcasing the best hotels and cars that are best...
Ancient Pharaoh Reveals Secrets after his Mummy is ‘Digitally Unwrapped
CAIRO — Egyptian scientists have unwrapped a 3,500-year-old royal mummy without peeling away a single layer of embalming linen. Instead, they used advanced X-ray technology...
When peace comes: Imagining the end of Nigeria’s Boko Haram war
Four young Nigerians share their visons of what peace could mean in northeast Nigeria. (Akila Jibrin/TNH) Beyond the bang-bang: Reporting from the front lines...
People of Color Are Driving Population Gains, Census Data Likely to Show
People of color are now the drivers of U.S. population growth and the white population is expected to show a decline for the first time in...
The 14 Black Actors who have won Academy Awards (Oscars) as Daniel Kaluuya Wins Oscar
The Oscar for supporting actor went to Daniel Kaluuya for his role in “Judas and the Black Messiah” at the 93rd Academy Awards on Sunday...