African Art in the Global Market A Growing Cultural Powerhouse

African Art in the Global Market: A Growing Cultural Powerhouse

In recent years, African art has experienced a meteoric rise on the global stage. Once overlooked in international exhibitions and auctions, the unique vibrancy, storytelling, and cultural significance of African art are now capturing the world’s attention. From contemporary pieces that challenge socio-political narratives to traditional artworks that preserve the

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The Role of AI in Agriculture: Boosting Food Security in Africa

Agriculture is the backbone of Africa’s economy, providing livelihoods for millions of people and contributing significantly to the continent’s GDP. However, the sector faces immense challenges such as climate change, population growth, limited resources, and low productivity. In response, artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a game-changing solution, helping farmers

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Empowering African Women Entrepreneurs: The Rise of Female-Led Startups

Empowering African Women Entrepreneurs: The Rise of Female-Led Startups

In recent years, the entrepreneurial landscape in Africa has undergone a remarkable transformation, particularly with the rise of female-led startups. Women across the continent are breaking barriers, launching businesses, and driving economic growth in innovative sectors. As they navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship, various support systems are emerging to empower

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How China’s Africa strategy is shifting from extraction to investment

How China’s Africa strategy is shifting from extraction to investment

By Lauren Johnston and sighted by Brand Focus Africa, senior researcher, South African Institute of International Affairs and Associate Professor at the China Studies Centre, University of Sydney China experienced a massive economic boom in the 1990s and 2000s which increased its demand for resource imports, like oil, from Africa. This led to

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Somalia: 32 people died in an al-shabab attack on a beach hotel

Somalia: 32 people died in an al-shabab attack on a beach hotel

Police in Somalia said Saturday that 32 people died and 63 others were wounded in an attack on a beach hotel in the capital, Mogadishu, the previous evening. Al-Qaida’s East Africa affiliate, al-Shabab, said through its radio that its fighters carried out the attack. Police spokesperson Maj. Abdifatah Adan Hassan told

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