Traditional fish smoking is a threat to the environment. This flourishing activity requires a large amount of wood hence accelerating deforestation. Effects are already visible in Congo and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Documentary filmmaker, photographer, and writer, Osvalde Lewat recently won the Pan-African Literature Award presented by the African Union. Thanks to her latest novel "Les aquatiques”. A work that addresses several topics such as traditions, the weight of marriage, social control but also women's emancipation.
The creation of mobile applications at a lower cost is now possible thanks to the no-code technology. This movement, which is very present in Africa, is less costly and creates opportunities. Offering a promising future to the youth, especially in Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa.
In Guinea, this ancient craft is facing our new era and globalisation. A tradition that is transmitted from fathers to sons with today a number of practitioners who make loincloths. A highly prized local production symbolising the struggle of artisans who wish to perpetuate their trade which is becoming an economic engine for the country.
Le quartier Château Rouge, bien connu des Africains de Paris, évolue pour faire disparaître son ancienne réputation de lieu insalubre et de plaque tournante du trafic de drogues. Grâce à une politique de rénovation menée par la municipalité, une architecture nouvelle émerge, suscitant l’engouement et attirant de nombreux créateurs. Un changement qui ravit les habitants du quartier, attire désormais des visiteurs et dégage une nouvelle énergie.
Issu de la diaspora camerounaise, Harry Youmbi est aujourd’hui à la tête de la société de capital-risque Reda qui accompagne déjà plusieurs entrepreneurs. L’objectif de cette entreprise est de venir en aide aux petites start-up africaines afin que celles-ci puissent se lancer et démarrer leur activité. L’apport de premiers fonds d’amorçage représente une opportunité non négligeable pour les jeunes talents africains qui se lancent dans le monde de l’entreprise.
A look at Africa’s booming NFT art market with a focus on obstacles and future growth potential, based on interviews with Nigerian digital artist, Niyi Okeowo, and Kenyan blockchain expert, Anne Kaluvu.
In Benin, authorities are seizing the opportunity to convince the population to be vaccinated at the Parakou Fair. Vaccination is now possible in huge sheds at this international event. Accessible to visitors and vendors, this initiative has been a great success; a victory for the authorities and the medical profession.
A surge in demand for sports and fitness in Congo led to the creation of many startups in this field. Fighting the gloom left by the pandemic and staying healthy. A profitable business opportunity contributing to the well-being of the inhabitants.
