Society 13 September 2024

Marie-Paule Okri, women’s rights activist – Côte d’Ivoire

Co-founder of the Ligue Ivoirienne des Droits des Femmes in Côte d'Ivoire, Marie-Paule Okri is a committed activist who has devoted her life to defending women's rights. As co-founder of the League and winner of the prestigious Simone-de-Beauvoir prize, she shares her inspiring journey, challenges, and many victories.

Culture 11 September 2024

Poupéemania, the art of representation – Burkina Faso

In Ouagadougou, the Poupéemania project highlights African identity through handcrafted dolls designed to reflect the culture and nurture children's pride. The artist behind this movement offers a variety of colourful and unique items, celebrating the representation of Africans in the world. In this report, Sonia Kocty introduces us to this creative and inspiring world, where each work carries a powerful message of belonging and dignity.

Health 5 September 2024

Javier Guzman on the Mpox crisis in Africa: challenges and responses

Mpox crisis hits the DRC hard; hospitals overwhelmed. Javier Guzman, Director of Global Health Policy at the Center for Global Development discusses response delays and solutions.

Tech 3 September 2024

Technological revolution in Rwanda: How drones are transforming health, agriculture and tourism

Since 2016, Rwanda has embraced drones to revolutionise access to healthcare, enabling the rapid delivery of blood and vaccines to even the most remote areas. This innovation, led by the American company Zipline, based in Muhanga, continues beyond there. Drones are now playing a crucial role in agriculture and food distribution, transforming the daily lives of Rwandans. Inspired by this success, Kenya follows suit, using these technologies to deliver vaccines, illustrating a rapidly expanding model in East Africa.

Culture 30 August 2024

Mati Diop, a Franco-Senegalese filmmaker

She is redefining African cinema with her daring filmography. Born into a family of artists, she has established herself as a major figure in auteur cinema, winning awards at Cannes and Berlin. Discover her unique career path, her thoughts on identity and art, and her views on the impact of her film ‘Dahomey’, the rise of African cinema, and the challenges facing women filmmakers.

Society 28 August 2024

“My Job, my first husband” – an initiative to empower women in Guinea

In Guinea, early marriage and female genital mutilation threaten the future of many young girls; this bold project aims to transform their lives.

Culture 19 July 2024

Menoosha Muziki – Vocal coach

She is a talented vocal coach and singer. Originally from Côte d'Ivoire, with roots in Cameroon, Menoosha has lived and worked between Germany and France. She advocates for the concept of overcoming trauma through music.

Culture 17 July 2024

Harmony and passion: the journey of a violin-maker in Cameroon

Luthiery, the age-old art of making stringed instruments, is getting a new lease of life in Cameroon thanks to Clovis Tchoufack. Based in Douala, this visionary craftsman combines tradition and innovation to create unique guitars that are making their mark on the country's musical scene. From a passion born of heartbreak, Clovis has built a flourishing career, becoming a benchmark to be reckoned with. Journalist: Maxime Farrel Bounya

Economy 12 July 2024

Puntland battles piracy to protect economy

Resisting a new wave of maritime piracy in eastern Somalia is the number one priority for Puntland's maritime police force.