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At this weekend’s Grammy Awards, one of the nominees for Best Global Music is ‘Queen of Sheba,’ a 7-years-in-the-making collaboration between artists Angélique Kidjo and Ibrahim Maalouf. Intrigued by drawing …
Angélique Kidjo & Ibrahim Maalouf on ‘Queen of Sheba’ Read More »
For centuries, scientists were only able to guess at the substances used in ancient Egyptian mummification based on discovered texts. Thanks to molecular analysis of residues found in pots unearthed …
Discovery of Embalming Workshop Reveals How Ancient Egyptians Mummified the Dead Read More »
As the world’s fascination with African safaris continues to grow, increasing numbers have traveled to the continent and obtained a look at its amazing wildlife from the safety of guided …
The African fashion industry is exploding, but it can still be difficult for brands to get their well-deserved attention, and consumers often have misperceptions about what defines contemporary African fashion. …
theGrio Style Guide: A Glimpse Into the Robust African Fashion Industry Read More »
If you’ve never heard of the Global Foodie Index, and you love food and travel, it’s time you learned about it! Each year, the Index produces its list of the …
Top 5 African Cities Food Lovers Must Visit in 2023 Read More »
“The ocean is the only place where I am perfect as I am,” says Zandile Ndhlovu, pioneering freediving instructor and founder of The Black Mermaid Foundation, which advocates for diversity …
Typically held on February 2, the festival of Iemanjá celebrates the African Yoruban deity of the sea. Iemanjá is also the patron goddess of the country. Brazil is the largest …
Iemanjá Festival: Keeping the Afro-Brazilian Tradition Alive Read More »
The 2023 Hotel and Hospitality Industry Confidence Index, a collaborative research report between Moore and dmg events, surveyed participants from 17 African countries in the hotel and hospitality market and …
African Travel and Tourism has Potential for Immense Growth Read More »
Animal products such as beef, fish, poultry and dairy are heavily featured in many traditional African dishes. Some environmental and animal welfare advocates are hoping to change that by introducing …
Dakar Hosts the First Africa Vegan Restaurant Week Read More »
Despite two decades of gradual growth in the fledgling Namibian film industry, only about 20 features have been produced by the southern African country so far. Katjavivi’s efforts at writing, …
Under the Hanging Tree Examines how Namibia’s Genocide Lives on Today Read More »
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