Meet ‘The Emperor of Africa’
Celebrated Cameroonian-born photographer Samuel Fosso, famous for his compelling self-portraits, has had his work exhibited in major museums…
Africa’s diversity inspires architect
Renowned architect David Adjaye reflects on the diverse styles of architecture across the continent.
Egypt and death of liberalism
In Egypt prominent liberals are now supporting a military-backed government overseeing a resurgence of post-Mubarak authoritarianism. Since the…
Egyptian footballer handed ban for political celebration
It should have been the proudest moment in his life -- instead Ahmed Abdul Zaher finds himself embroiled…
U.S. mariners freed after kidnapping off Nigeria’s coast
Two U.S. citizens who were kidnapped from an oilfield supply ship off Nigeria's coast last month have been…
Egypt lifts state of emergency
Egypt on Tuesday lifted a three-month state of emergency that was put in place after hundreds were killed…
Africa’s most impressive designs
Errol Barnett visits the Museum of African Design in Johannesburg which highlights creative spaces and their designers.
Meet the ‘Africapitalist’
You've probably heard about the Afropolitans and the Afropreneurs -- but what about the Africapitalists?
Kenya’s booming 3D industry
Nima Elbagir explores how some companies are spending more on advertising to become visible to international investors.
Bomb at Somali hotel kills former envoy
In what the Somalian Prime Minister described as a "terrorist attack", a car bomb exploded at a hotel…
Africa’s energy powerhouse
Ethiopia is turning to renewable energy as it looks to become a powerhouse for its regional partners.
Stark reminder of Apartheid
South African photographer David Goldblatt's photos are a stark reminder of the hardships of Apartheid.
Footballs made from condoms?
A photographer traveled across Africa, her images capturing the importance of football in society.
Militias clash in Tripoli after commander’s death
Gun battles between rival militias raged in several parts of the Libyan capital on Thursday night with no…
Vew from Africa’s tallest trees
A team of climbers is scaling South Africa's tallest trees to inspire people to see trees differently.