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…
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…
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…
They are among the most magnificent examples of African art ever created—intricate brass plaques, royal commemorative heads, and ceremonial objects that once adorned the palace of the Oba of Benin. Today, they are scattered across museums in Europe and America, thousands of miles from their homeland. This is the story of the Benin Bronzes: their…
Myths Behind The Lost City of Stone Perched on the high plateau of southern Africa, between the Zambezi and Limpopo rivers, lies the greatest ancient city in sub-Saharan Africa—a place where massive stone walls rise from the earth without mortar, where a civilization built an empire on gold and cattle, and where the echoes of…
The Warrior Queen Who Defied Portuguese Colonialism When we think of resistance against colonialism in Africa, names like Shaka Zulu and Menelik II often come to mind. But nearly two centuries before the Scramble for Africa, a woman in what is now Angola led a thirty-year war against Portuguese expansion, outmaneuvered European powers, and became…
When people hear the name “Ghana” today, they think of the vibrant West African nation known for its rich culture, gold, and cocoa. But the modern Republic of Ghana is not the original Ghana. In fact, the ancient empire that gave the country its name was located over 800 kilometres away, in what is now…
Did you that on March 1, 1896, a remarkable event unfolded in the hills of northern Ethiopia? An African army, led by Emperor Menelik II and Empress Taytu Betul, delivered a crushing defeat to an invading Italian force at the Battle of Adwa. At a time when the “Scramble for Africa” had carved up almost…
South African football is in mourning following the tragic news that midfielder Jayden Adams dies at the age of 25, just weeks after he helped his country create history at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Mamelodi Sundowns and Bafana Bafana player’s passing was confirmed on July 10, 2026, by Gayton McKenzie, South Africa’s Minister of Sport,…
The Africa World Cup 2026 controversy has left fans questioning whether the continent’s historic run was stolen. A record nine out of ten African teams advanced to the knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup. It was a moment of pride, a statement of strength, and a promise of more to come. But the tournament will…
