African Events
July 26, 2026
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TheatreMania Africa Festival (TAF) 2026: Celebrating African Creativity in Lagos
TheatreMania Africa Festival (TAF) 2026 is set to bring together theatre lovers, fashionistas, and culture advocates for a major celebration of African creativity. The event will be held in Lagos from November 18–19, 2026, promising a vibrant blend of live performances, a heritage fashion show, and interactive arts across two premier locations in the city ….
World Public Summit Africa & “Unity” Art Exhibition: A New Era for African Diplomacy
For the first time in its history, the World Public Summit is being held on the African continent . On July 29–30, 2026, Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, will host the inaugural World Public Summit Africa, bringing together over 700 government leaders, diplomats, business executives, academics, innovators, civil society representatives, and cultural figures from across Africa…
The Dahomey Amazons: Africa’s Fearless Female Warriors
In the dense forests of 17th-century West Africa, a remarkable military force emerged that would capture the imagination of the world. They were the Dahomey Amazons—the only all-female military regiment in modern history . Known to themselves as the Mino (“Our Mothers”) or Ahosi (“King’s wives”), these warriors defied convention, shattered expectations, and became one of the most feared fighting…
The Swahili Coast: The Golden Age of East African City-States
When we think of ancient African civilizations, our minds often turn to the great empires of West Africa—Ghana, Mali, and Songhay. But on the opposite side of the continent, a different kind of civilization flourished: a network of independent city-states that stretched over 1,800 miles of coastline, from Mogadishu in the north to Kilwa in…
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