Redefining Edo The Cultural Significance of Rema’s 02 Arena Performance
Nigerian singer, Rema, has been accused of Satanism because of the themes in his recent 02 performance. However, these themes are reminiscent of his Edo heritage.
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The Back End of Genocide How the Rush for Congo’s Cobalt is Killing Thousands
The Democratic Republic of Congo is currently facing a humanitarian crisis as miners are forced to work under exploitative conditions which amounts to modern-day slavery. The mining industry, because of its high demand, is host to various human rights violations including child labour.
Visa-Free Africa for Africans Rwanda Announces Visa-Free Entry for African Nationals
Rwanda joins three other African countries that allow visa-free entry for all African nationals. This development shows the, albeit slow, gradual advancement of the African Union’s vision of free movement on the continent.
Sink Or Swim? Fubara Fights for Survival in Wicked Rivers
Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State is on the verge of a potential impeachment after reportedly falling out with his political godfather and predecessor, Nyesom Wike. The situation highlights Nigeria’s problematic political landscape where political office holders are expected to be more responsive to their benefactors rather than to the people who elected them.
Ama Ata Aidoo’s Illimitable Voice Ama Ata Aidoo (1942-2023)
Ama Ata Aidoo, whose works include The Dilemma of a Ghost (1962), Our Sister Killjoy (1977), Someone Talking to Sometime (1986), and Changes: A Love Story (1991), has died aged 81. The Ghanaian novelist, poet, and playwright was a renowned feminist whose works celebrated the lives of Ghanaian and African women.
Roll Back Ghana Has Approved Oxford University’s Malaria Vaccine for Use
While Ghana makes up only two per cent of malaria-related deaths, Nigeria, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the United Republic of Tanzania and Niger account for just over half of all malaria deaths worldwide.
‘Black is Beautiful’ Kwame Brathwaite (1938-2023)
Kwame Brathwaite, the American photographer whose works visually powered the ‘Black Is Beautiful’ movement of the 60s, has died aged 85. Throughout his career, Brathwaite captured Black icons including Muhammad Ali, Aretha Franklin, The Jackson Five, and Nina Simone. Ultimately, his works sought to uplift the essence of being Black.
Golden Lion Demas Nwoko Will Receive the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2023 Venice Architecture Biennale
Demas Nwoko’s work has been described as ’sustainable, resource-mindful, and (as) culturally authentic forms of expression now sweeping across the African continent’.
A New Outbreak Tanzania Has Recorded an Outbreak of the Marburg Virus
Marburg virus disease begins with a high fever, severe headache and severe malaise. There are no vaccines or antiviral treatments approved to treat it. However, treatments like rehydration with oral or intravenous fluids and treatment of specific symptoms improve survival rates.
Benin Today, Venice Tomorrow The Republic of Benin Will Debut at the 2024 Venice Biennale
The Republic of Benin announced that it will be debuting with a national pavilion at the 60th Venice Biennale in Italy, which will hold from 20 April–24 November 2024. The announcement makes Benin the latest addition to the global art event which has been running since 1895.