Africa’s Climate Case Gets Global Backing in Landmark ICJ Ruling
The International Court of Justice has delivered a groundbreaking advisory opinion declaring that states have binding legal duties to combat climate change. Prompted by Vanuatu and supported by 131 nations—including several African states—the ruling affirms that greenhouse gas emissions violate international law and human rights. Crucially, it vindicates African countries’ long-standing demands for climate justice, obligating […]
Galerie36: Where Art, Identity, and Community Converge in Dakar
In Dakar, Ayofemi Kirby has created Galerie36, a vibrant art space that blends contemporary creativity with community connection. Departing from the cold formality of traditional galleries, Galerie36 offers a warm, intimate setting for meaningful cultural exchange between Africa and its Diaspora. Galerie36 was recently launched, and its debut exhibition, Meeting Nature by self-taught artist Daouda Niane […]
More Than Craft: Ceramic Art Shines at Grounded Practice Exhibition
At this year’s 100% Design Africa 2025, clay took center stage in Grounded Practice—a striking exhibition that celebrated ceramics as both artistic expression and emotional reflection. Curated by House Union Block in partnership with Spier Arts Trust and Spier Wine Farm, the showcase featured 23 thoughtfully selected pieces by 18 artists, selected from an original collection […]
From Pounded Yam to Gold-Leaf Beef: Exploring the Flavors of Modern Lagos
Lagos’ culinary scene is a vibrant fusion of tradition and innovation, where bold flavors and cultural heritage collide. From ONA’s artful Beninese-inspired dishes to Salma’s Lebanese-Nigerian lagoon-side dining, each restaurant offers a unique experience. The Gather House blends café culture with fashion, while Ìlè Ìyàn celebrates Yoruba roots with its radical focus on pounded yam. For […]
Rwanda Considers Rewilding Nyungwe Park with Elephants After 20-Year Absence
Rwanda is considering the return of African forest elephants to Nyungwe National Park, over two decades after poaching drove them out. Kigali has ordered a feasibility study to assess the ecological and economic viability of reintroduction. Authorities will weigh factors like habitat readiness, tourism potential, and the risk of human-wildlife conflict to determine whether the rewilding is […]
South Africa Turns Rhino Horns Radioactive to Stop Poachers
In a bold step to combat poaching, South African scientists have begun injecting rhino horns with a harmless radioactive substance to make them detectable at borders. Dubbed the Rhisotope Project, the initiative is led by professors from the University of the Witwatersrand. It was developed over six years and cost nearly $290,000. The radioactive material, which is […]
Greening Ethiopia: Millions Join National Push to Plant 700 Million Trees
Ethiopia made headlines this week by planting 700 million tree seedlings in a single day as part of its bold Green Legacy Initiative. Launched by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed in 2019, the campaign aims to plant 50 billion trees by 2026 to reverse decades of deforestation and environmental decline. That day, government offices shut down nationwide as […]
Nigerian Designers Dominate UK Fashion Visa Race
Nigerian designers are leading the global charge for UK fashion visas, submitting more applications than any other nationality between 2019 and 2024. Likewise, they have received more endorsements than any other nation, with 145 in 2024, up from 3 in 2019. 71 of these endorsements were backed by the British Fashion Council (BFC), which seeks to […]
Ghana Embraces Global South with Visa-Free Travel
As US travel restrictions tighten, Ghana is enhancing its passport’s global mobility through visa-free access across the Global South. The West African nation recently signed visa waiver agreements with Colombia, Mozambique, Dominica, and São Tomé and Príncipe, building upon a previous agreement with Morocco. Foreign Minister Sam Ablakwa stated that the goal is to make the […]
mRNA Breakthrough: New Hope Emerges in the Global Fight Against HIV
Exciting developments in the fight against HIV are emerging from two new mRNA vaccine trials, which show promise in overcoming the virus’s elusive nature. HIV has long stumped scientists due to its highly varied strains—making broad immunity difficult—and its ability to evade the immune system. However, early trial results hint at the potential for a single-dose […]
