Browsing: Africa

“#AfricaFirst is a culture. #AfricaFirst is a people with a history, with an old civilisation that reigns forever, eternally.” -Efe Paul Azino

In this short piece, Efe Paul Azino tells the tales of #Africa from earliest civilisations to today’s giant strides.

To mark the #InternationalAlbinismAwarenessDay, we spoke with Seun, Onyinye, Daniel, and Taiwo who shared their experiences about living with albinism in Nigeria. #StillStandingStrong

On #MandelaDay, the world celebrates the life and times of late South African President, freedom fighter and global icon for social justice, Nelson Rolihlahla ‘Madiba’ Mandela.

This was how we celebrated Nelson Mandela on #MandelaDay2019

Since its discovery in Ethiopia in the 9th century, coffee has gone on to become one of the world’s most delightfully consumed beveraged, known for its refreshing taste and energizing effect. Perhaps, this is why it is quickly replacing tea consumption across Africa.

Award-winning Kenyan author and rights activist, Binyavanga Wainaina died on Wednesday, May 22nd, 2019 at the age of 48. In this special tribute, we chronicle the life and times of the literary genius and brave defender of human rights.