Author: Ewang Johnson
From Dakar’s Medina to Bordeaux, Senegalese dancer and choreographer Khady Sarr shares how tradition, breath and rootedness shape her art — blending sabar, contemporary forms and teaching to preserve cultural heritage. Khady Sarr is a Senegalese dancer, choreographer and teacher who has been living in Bordeaux, France, for several years. Born in the heart of the iconic and popular Medina district of Dakar, the artist has roots in three linguistic communities: the Serer, Lebou and Diola. She grew up between Dakar, Casamance and the village of Kelle. Dance has always been part of her life. Passed down as a cultural…
“As the ship went down, sea water got into the boiler room, there was a huge explosion, and that drew the attention of the fishermen on the island,” Finch tells the BBC. “The explosion had thrown bales of cloth into the sea, and the islanders were an incredibly poor community. They rowed out for the cloth, but when they saw people floating around too, they started picking up people instead. This turned into a professional rescue operation. And there is no doubt, and this is testified by the survivors of the sinking, that once the Chinese fishing fleet appeared and…
Isaac Tongola – Fairtrade Africa CEO Over the last decade, African farmers and workers have done what many thought impossible – reshaping the continent’s trade into a force for good. By leading from the front, they have built resilient systems that have accorded them fairer prices, built stronger communities, and advanced inclusive practices; all emerging from their urgency and knowledge of what works for them in their local communities. During this period, farmers, organised into co-operatives, are taking greater control of their future. Partnering with organisations such as Fairtrade Africa, these farmer-owned producer organisations have leveraged collective power to secure…
John Thompson, a division of ACTOM (Pty) Ltd and South Africa’s leading provider of industrial energy solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with Berkeley Energy Corporate Solutions (BECS), a specialist developer and supplier of biomass energy projects. Together, the companies aim to accelerate the deployment of reliable, renewable steam solutions to industrial customers in South Africa and across Africa. This collaboration brings together John Thompson’s deep engineering expertise and manufacturing capability with BECS’ innovative approach to sourcing, securing, and supplying sustainable biomass fuel. This alliance is a powerful partnership geared towards helping businesses decarbonise their operations, reduce reliance on fossil…
By providing maritime access to Sahelian countries, Morocco is offering a regional and continental model for stability and shared prosperity. The Atlantic Initiative, launched by King Mohammed VI of Morocco, is beginning to reshape the economic and geostrategic landscape of Africa. This project aims to provide a maritime outlet for Sahelian countries; It stimulates African economic integration by strengthening cooperation between countries in the South, and between countries in the North and South, on the basis of a fair and symmetrical partnership. In addition to this initiative, Morocco is also working on the launch of the Gas Pipeline with Nigeria…
Another grating element is the way the story is overlaid by the kind of irreverent millennial narration, from Van Patten as Knox, which recalls other recent true-crime dramatisations such as Inventing Anna or Apple Cider Vinegar. In trying to ape the style of these other “lighter” shows, it takes away from the severity of the actual case in hand. The wave of ‘reclaiming’ narratives However, after the gross injustice of being framed for a murder you didn’t commit, it’s understandable why Knox would want to put the story straight once more – and “reclaim” her narrative. This is something which a host…
South Africa Court to Rule on Constitutionality of Criminalizing Sex Work By: Stacey-Leigh Manuel | Deputy Director, Women’s Rights Division By: Heather Barr | Associate Director, Women’s Rights Division Photo: Sex workers and supporters attend a march calling for decriminalization of sex work in Johannesburg, South Africa, May 27, 2021. © 2021 GUILLEM SARTORIO/AFP via Getty Images At the beginning of September, South Africa’s Western Cape High Court will hear a case that could finally end the criminalization of sex work in the country. It’s a moment decades in the making, which could bring real gains for the safety, dignity,…
William de Lillo beaded fringe necklaceThe Belgian-born William de Lillo worked at Tiffany, Cartier and Harry Winston in New York before teaming up with Miriam Haskell’s former head designer, Robert F Clark, in 1967. De Lillo’s early work – which included bold, beautiful pieces using colourful beads and rhodium-plated brass enhanced with fringes and tassels – was created in response to the counter-cultural movement then sweeping through America. Often aimed at men as well as women, his range included golden dog collars and chains to be worn in lieu of ties.De Lillo was influenced by the fine jewellery of Jean Schlumberger,…
West Africa stands at a defining crossroads. As global aid recedes and trade alliances shift, West Africa is being challenged to take ownership of its economic future through industrialisation, infrastructure development intra-regional trade, and strategic global trade expansion. To address these challenges, stakeholders from across the region will convene in Lagos from 21-23 October for the West Africa Industrialisation, Manufacturing & Trade (West Africa – IMT) Summit & Exhibition 2025. Ghana’s recent government procurement directive prioritising locally manufactured products signals a shift from dependency toward deliberate domestic value creation. This initiative is unfolding alongside the country’s projected 32% increase in…
The African Development Bank and Invest in Africa are investing in people-powered climate solutions—creating green jobs that protect ecosystems and strengthen local economies. The African Development Bank has signed an $850,000 grant agreement with non-profit organization Invest in Africa (IIA) to launch the MicroGREEN project in Ghana and Senegal. The initiative will expand opportunities for women, youth, and people with disabilities, helping them build livelihoods that contribute directly to climate resilience. Climate action through job creation Funded by the Bank’s Fund for African Private Sector Assistance (FAPA), MicroGREEN is expected to generate up to 500 green jobs in the next…