Author: Ewang Johnson

8. Tree Tent by Tree Tents International – Dalarna, Sweden (2016)The giant red bauble suspended from pines at Näsets Marcusgård, a former farm, is not a Christmas decoration but a “tree tent” made of an aluminium and plywood frame, wrapped up in a waterproof canvas. The customisable tree house, says Tree Tents International’s founder and design director Jason Thawley, aims “to connect people to the outdoors through design” and “works with nature rather than building against or around it”. Willem Terstegen, the co-owner of Näsets Marcusgård, tells the BBC: “Being among the trees offers a small shift that feels immense.…

The highly anticipated Storyteller’s Conference 2026, convened by Lens for Good and the Office of Visual Communications to the President, concluded on a high note, bringing together a vibrant community of creators, cultural leaders, and industry experts to chart a new course for African storytelling. The event, held at the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts (National Theatre) in Lagos, was a dynamic fusion of insightful discourse, artistic performances, and forward-looking strategy.Centered on the theme “Stories That Move Us,” the conference delved into creativity, responsibility, ownership, and economic empowerment. It explored how a “story that moves us” is…

Recently, I became interested in horror films, especially those concerning demons and paranormal activity. It started in 2023 when my mom had me watch Julius Avery’s The Pope’s Exorcist. While I enjoyed the movie, my initial thoughts were that this movie is just Hollywood’s understanding of exorcisms and the demonic. Surely there are no real cases of people climbing walls, and possessions matching the artistic representations Hollywood uses in the movies. However, as I thought about what the Bible says about possessions and exorcisms, I realized movie depictions of demonic possession are more accurate to Scripture than I first assumed.Thankfully,…

At a time when migration, democracy, and global power are dominating international debate, a new book is forcing an uncomfortable reckoning. The Hypocrisy of the West, the latest nonfiction work by veteran journalist Chris Anu, is rapidly gaining attention for its unflinching critique of Western foreign policy toward Africa—and the human consequences of its contradictions.Now available in paperback and on Amazon Kindle, the book is not a casual polemic. It is a carefully argued, deeply researched examination of how Western governments preach democracy and accountability while routinely legitimizing authoritarian regimes across Africa. In doing so, Anu argues, they help produce…

In this edition of our arts24 music show, Jennifer Ben Brahim chats with musical polymath Jowee BasH! Omicil. The Haitian-Canadian artist blends jazz with Creole traditions, gospel, hip-hop and voodoo rhythms. He’s worked with the likes of André 3000, Tony Allen and Ibrahim Maalouf. He’s just released his 11th album “sMiLes”, a manifesto celebrating personal expression and the courage to take risks.  Source link

Winner of the best actor award at Cannes, he was widely considered a sure thing for an Oscar nomination until the Actor awards (previously the SAG awards) nominations were announced last week and Moura, along with every other performer in a film not in the English language, was left out. Since actors are the largest voting block among Academy Awards voters, that wasn’t a great sign. It’s true that Globes members (who are international journalists) are more likely to embrace a performance not in English, but still: that win puts Moura firmly back in the running. Getty Images3 and 4. Supporting actor and…

The semi-final lineup for AFCON 2025 is set after a thrilling round of quarter-final clashes that delivered drama, discipline, and big moments. Egypt booked their place with a tense 3–2 win over defending champions Côte d’Ivoire, once again proving their pedigree under pressure. Nigeria followed with a composed 2–0 victory over Algeria, powered by goals from Victor Osimhen and Akor Adams. Senegal edged past Mali 1–0 in a tight West African derby, while hosts Morocco impressed with a confident 2–0 win over Cameroon. These four giants—boasting unmatched pedigree and star power—will battle it out on Wednesday for a spot in…

Country overview:IOA has developed a wide-ranged understanding of Zambia through research and consulting on the country. Our political analysts note the pervasive continuation of government corruption, and our economic researchers have pointed to a lack of worker productivity as hindrances to economic growth. The landlocked country is rich in mineral wealth and enjoys other natural resources that if properly exploited will propel economic improvement. The education and health systems are under-financed and thus underdeveloped, with the latter facing a persistent problem with malaria in all Zambian provinces. A lack of rural employment is leading Zambia to becoming the world’s most…

Country overview:IOA’s history of conducting research and providing consulting services on Niger informs the insights we offer on all aspects of the country’s economy, politics and society. Our economists have noted that while the country possesses one of the world’s largest uranium deposits and has other mineral reserves, the largely impoverished population survives on subsistence agriculture. A military coup d’état in 2023 prompted international sanctions, leading to shortages in medicines and other suffering in 2024, as a defiant junta reduced national security and economic advantages by pulling out of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). The regional body…

Country overview:IOA has conducted wide-spread research and consulting into Zimbabwe to assemble a thorough analysis of the country’s commerce, politics and society. Our researchers have real-time experience tracing the evolution of economic and political developments. A country with extensive resources and valuable human capital struggles against poor government leadership and corruption to realise its full national potential. Economic problems are directly linked to political malpractice and incompetence, leading to a diminishment in standards of living. A lack of economic freedom also constrains economic growth. Sanctions imposed because of the government’s poor human rights record are aimed at national leadership. Inflation…