Traditional African music reborn
In Ghana, traditional music still has its place with contemporary groups. Using traditional rhythms with a contemporary repertoire. Meet the Twerammpon Traditionals band.
Culture
11 May 2022
Culture
Culture
11 April 2024
Restitution: Is decolonisation well underway in European museums?
In Cape Town, South Africa, a major event took place highlighting the crucial developments in the field of restitution, and in some cases even the return, of ill-gotten African cultural property. Hundreds of thousands of African cultural objects, looted during the colonial period, have filled European museums for many decades. The “Reimagining Heritage, Archives and Museums: Today / Tomorrow" conference held in mid-February marked a turning point in this field and also in the relations between France and South Africa.
Culture
9 April 2024
Molemo Moiloa engaged in the preservation of African cultural heritage
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.
Culture
29 March 2024
Jemiriye, Nigerian singer
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.
Culture
22 March 2024
The publishing business in Ethiopia
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.
Culture
14 March 2024
The Cotonou International Women’s Film festival 2024
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.
Culture
12 March 2024
Asmae El Moudir, Moroccan director of “The Mother of All Lies”
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.
