15 October marks the birth of legendary Nigerian musical genius Fela Kuti, born on the day in 1938. The doyenne of Afrobeat, Fela achieved greatness and...
Women with disabilities face double discrimination, stigma and marginalisation but they are also at the forefront of change, writes Chitra Nagarajan.
Increasing religious conservatism and fundamentalism is destroying and erasing the rich diversity of cultures, religions and traditions on the African continent. This trend is in stark...
In what is still a largely male-dominated industry, Tiwa Savage holds her own. With hit songs, well defined vocals, lucrative endorsement deals and energetic live performances,...
Accomplished Kenyan writer, Ngugi wa Thiong’o has been awarded the prestigious Pak Kyong-ni Literature Award in recognition of his outstanding literary achievements. Thiong’o is the sixth...
