Idris Elba returned to his fatherland, Sierra Leone alongside his wife Sabrina Dhowre Elba. Sierra Leone’s President Julius Bio presented a diplomatic passport and citizenship to Elba who has shown interest in investing in the country’s tourism sector.
Politics and Society Lest we forget, China trained African freedom fighters
How much of the history between China and Africa do you know exists? China, in its relation to Africa looks at its past and sees itself as a trusted and consistent comrade. However, many Africans presently see China as another imperial country like Britain or America.
Politics and Society Why the Gambia’s plea for the Rohingya matters for international justice
The Rohingya case before the International Court of Justice is politically and legally significant.
Lifestyle Everyday women riders of Mali
It is still uncommon to see women commercial motorcyclists in many African cities. In Bamako, Mali however women are not only commercial riders but every day women use motorcycles to go about their daily lives.
Arts and Culture Trevor Noah receives three nominations for the 51st NAACP Image awards
South African comedian Trevor Noah received three nominations at the National Association for the Advancement of Coloured People (NAACP) Image Awards. Nominees are honoured for black excellence in all areas of the entertainment industry, including film, television, literacy and music.
Politics and Society Nigeria’s opposition parties in perpetual state of inertia
In Nigeria, there are no vibrant and effective opposition parties, just opportunistic parties and political players. In the 2019 elections there were 91 registered political parties many of which not many Nigerians had heard about. None of those parties play the role of a strong opposition party.
Politics and Society Kenya is selling residency permits and citizenship to offset massive national debt
Kenya’s domestic and foreign debt is at a crippling Kshs 50 trillion ($50 billion). To stall the economy’s, decline the country’s government is raising revenue through sale of citizenship, passports, permanent residency and special visa programmes.
Arts and Culture Ghana: David Daka the photographer behind iconic images of black women celebrating 10-year reunion
This Is Africa spoke to Ghanaian photographer, David Daka who is behind the viral images of a group of beautiful black women, members of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, who came together to celebrate their friendship, and journey through life. TIA also spoke to a member of the sorority.
Arts and Culture Unpacking the role of religious counselling services in Ghana
Religious counsellors form one of several avenues where people seek help for problems that they encounter in life.