Artist, Director, and Head of Research at Andani Africa and co-founder of Open Restitution Africa. With the MADEYOULOOK collective, she explores popular imagination and influences restitution debates.
Uganda experiences a boom in coffee exports. The leading African exporter of these precious grains, that are appreciated throughout the world, is benefiting from the consequences of a dire economic situation for its Asian competition. The sector supports around 5 million people and wants its producers to join the top 3 global exporters.
Since 14 March 2024, some West African countries have been experiencing difficulties accessing the Internet. A breakdown has occurred in the device that handles data traffic, causing inconvenience in several sectors. To find out more, our correspondent Euloge Aïdasso met Pierre Dandjinou, former UNDP Regional Adviser, Founding President of the Internet Society of Benin and ICANN Vice-President responsible for Africa. ICANN - Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers.
Behind the scenes of Nigerian Afro pop resides a force of nature, a voice that transcends borders and a passion that lights the flames of female emancipation. Discover Jemiriye through her uplifting melodies and feminist message.
In Mauritania, the digital training programme Digitelles is contributing to the empowerment of women, turning them into outstanding business leaders. The initiative is part of a wider movement to bridge the digital divide and encourage women's independence.
The publishing industry in Ethiopia faces significant challenges due to a scarcity of publishers, few bookstores, and an informal distribution system, which puts immense pressure on writers.
The South African economy showed limited growth in 2023, expanding by 0.6% compared to 1.9% in 2022, due in part to logistical challenges at Transnet affecting exports and a concerning energy crisis leading to frequent power cuts. These issues are expected to influence the outcome of the upcoming general election in May. James Mackay, Executive Chairman of the Energy Council of South Africa, discussed the country's energy crisis in Johannesburg.
For five days, the economic capital of Benin vibrated to the rhythm of the cinema of African women and its diaspora, offering a unique platform to emerging and established talents. Immerse yourself behind the scenes of the Cotonou International Women's Film Festival.
Her film made history by becoming the first Moroccan film to win the Golden Star at the Marrakech International Film Festival. Find out how talented filmmaker Asmae El Moudir captivated audiences and won this prestigious award in an exclusive interview.
