It’s one of the most precious resources on Earth, but its importance seems forgotten in the western world where its ease of access is often instantaneous. But for 768 million people worldwide, Read More..
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Wangechi Mutu: under the skin of Africa
When Wangechi Mutu first became aware of the sea mammal that coastal Kenyans call nguva, she knew she’d found the key to her next project. The nguva, or dugong, is Read More..
A Self-Powered, Mobile WiFi Device
Staying connected anytime, anywhere. Thanks to the efforts of Ushahidi, a technology not-for-profit based in Kenya, Africa’s demand for connectivity, anytime and anywhere may have been addresssed. Ushahidi has developed Read More..
The Urgent Need to Confront Ebola
Ebola is more than a public health crisis. The panic over Ebola has also exposed the severe governance challenges in West Africa. While struggling to cope with the scale of Read More..
Made in Africa Week (In Pictures)
In a weeklong collaborative program in New York City, Made in Africa celebrated and promoted all that’s new & upcoming in African culinary arts, music, entertainment, and designer fashion.