Good morning Africa from Soweto’s majestic Orlando Towers. The towers that are a prominent landmark in the township and widely known as the site of the world’s highest SCAD free fall.
Politics and Society SA, Nigeria betrayed Africa – Robert Mugabe
Zimbabwean president and African Union chairperson Robert Mugabe lashed out at Africa’s two biggest economies for what he describes as their betrayal of the continent which contributed to the toppling of the late Libyan leader, Muammar Gaddafi
Lifestyle Why it’s hard to be a ‘Yellow-Bone’
Natasha Msonza discusses what it is like to be a naturally light-skinned woman of African descent during the current “yellow-bone” and skin-lightening craze
Arts, Culture and Sport The Arulmigu Navasakti Vinayagar Temple in Seychelles
Good morning Africa once again from the colourful facade of Arulmigu Navasakthi Vinayagar, a Hindu temple in Mahe, Seychelles, the first and only Hindu temple in the country
Politics and Society Africa’s Out! And fiercely claiming its freedom
Africa’s Out! launches with a fundraiser in NYC. Founded by Kenyan artist and activist Wangechi Mutu, the platform is raising awareness and radical thought around the empowerment of the LGBTQI community within Africa.
Politics and Society The MDCs’ Scramble for Joice Mujuru: Putting Their Carts Before Their Horses (Sadly So)
Takura Zhangazha discusses the MDC’s scuffle over former vice president Joice Mujuru and the limitations of Zimbabwe’s opposition parties, which are notoriously riddled with infighting
Arts, Culture and Sport The Nubian Pyramids in Kerma, Sudan
Today we are in in Kerma Sudan where we are exploring the majestic Nubian pyramids to experience and relive the history behind these beautiful ancient artefacts that were built by the rulers of the ancient Kushite kingdoms
Politics and Society Revelation: ushering a needed energy revolution for millions in Africa
Africa’s challenges are enormous but not insurmountable. There is therefore no need for despair. Solutions to enhance economic inclusivity abound through the low carbon pathway powered by clean energy of which the continent has in abundance though untapped. By making the right policy investments building institutions, capacity and technology, Africa can unleash its latent clean energy potential and leapfrog to being a global leader without adding a single tonne of planet warming gases while simultaneously creating income opportunities for millions of its citizens
Africans rising Nigeria student solves old maths problem
Nigerian graduate Ufot Ekong topped the awards podium after achieving the highest grades at a Japanese university in 50 years and solving a 30 year-old mathematical problem