Sophia El Bahja: Through the Lens of Heritage and Modernity
Some photographers capture beauty. Others, like Sophia El Bahja, capture meaning Her images are not just visuals.
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The African Waist Beads
If you ask ten different Africans what waist beads mean, you’ll likely hear ten different answers. But some common replies are:
Inside an Ethiopian Wedding
In Ethiopia, a wedding is never just a ceremony; it is a grand symphony of tradition, faith, family, and festivity.
Natural Skincare Tips Inspired By African Traditions
When people think about skincare these days, the first thing that comes to mind is usually high-end luxury brands like La Mer.
THE MUSEUM OF THE AFRICAN MARKET: WHAT AFRICAN MARKETS REVEAL ABOUT INDIGENOUS CULTURE
A market by modern standards, is simply a place where people gather to exchange goods and services. Or, that’s what the textbooks say.
The Year Isn’t Complete Without an African Festival
In Africa, the calendar is not just measured in months or seasons but also in gatherings. A year feels unfinished if you haven’t stood in a crowded.
Must-See African Movies
What if the best way to understand Africa was through movies? African cinema tells stories of struggle, survival, love, politics, and dreams.
ALL ROADS LEAD BACK TO THE MOTHERLAND
On the 26th of July, 2025, Grammy-winning singer Ciara shocked the world again. Not with a new single or a popular dance trend, but by becoming.
African Doll Making is not Witchcraft
African girls of the 21st century, like me, still vividly remember our Barbie years. Yes. That period when a doll and a string of cartoons sparked.
Is There Such a Thing as the African Middle Class or Is It Just Vibes?
There’s a kind of African who will argue with a market woman or their Uber driver over 50 rand, 2,000 francs, or 1,500 naira then walk into a restaurant.
