Zuma barred from South Africa elections
South Africa's electoral court upholds ban preventing former President Jacob Zuma from running in upcoming elections, creating major political shockwaves ahead of the ANC's toughest electoral test.
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Searching for Pan-Africanism's Lost Spirit
A profound exploration into the enduring legacy of Pan-Africanism, tracing its revolutionary roots and examining its urgent relevance in today's global landscape of racial justice and decolonisation.
Manchester's 1945 Pan-African Congress: 80 Years On
Eighty years after Manchester hosted the landmark Pan-African Congress, discover how this radical gathering ignited independence movements across Africa and reshaped Black political consciousness worldwide.
Professor Jane Plastow: African Theatre Pioneer Dies
Celebrating the extraordinary life and legacy of Professor Jane Plastow, whose pioneering work in African theatre transformed cultural understanding and educational practices across continents.
Gurnah's Theft: Coming-of-Age in Tanzania
Nobel laureate Abdulrazak Gurnah returns with a powerful audiobook exploring identity, displacement and moral choices in 1960s Tanzania through the eyes of a young student.
Kyiv museum launches African art exhibition during war
In a powerful act of cultural resilience, Kyiv's Khanenko Museum opens 'Africa: The Art of a Continent' exhibition, showcasing African masterpieces while Ukraine continues to defend its sovereignty.
Zoe Wicomb: South African Literary Voice Remembered
Remembering Zoe Wicomb, the groundbreaking South African author whose powerful explorations of identity, displacement, and coloured experience captivated readers worldwide.
Africa's Commuting Crisis: Human Stories Behind Gridlock
From Lagos to Nairobi, millions face daily transport nightmares. Discover the personal struggles and resilience of African commuters battling impossible journeys.
Booker Prize Launches Children's Booker Award
The prestigious Booker Prize expands its literary empire with the Children's Booker, chaired by Frank Cottrell-Boyce, aiming to champion children's literature and create lifelong reading habits.
Why Literary Purists Are Wrong About Classic Novel Adaptations
From radical reinterpretations to modern settings, discover why controversial adaptations of Austen and Brontë are essential for keeping literary classics alive for new generations.
NSW funds literature to combat AI-generated stories
The New South Wales government launches a groundbreaking funding initiative to protect authentic Australian storytelling from the rising tide of AI-generated content, championing human creativity.
Miriam Makeba's revolutionary spirit in dance drama
A groundbreaking new dance production celebrating the life and music of South African icon Miriam Makeba premieres in London, blending powerful political narrative with explosive choreography.
Trump-era immigration policy detains West Africans in Ghana
Exclusive investigation reveals how Trump-era immigration policies led to the detention of West African migrants in Ghana, raising serious human rights concerns and diplomatic tensions.
Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o: Language as Cultural Liberation
Nobel Prize-nominated author Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o discusses how rejecting colonial languages became an act of cultural survival and political defiance in this compelling Guardian podcast analysis.
Can Xue & Krasznahorkai: Joint Nobel Literature Favourites
In an unprecedented twist, Chinese experimental writer Can Xue and Hungarian master Laszlo Krasznahorkai lead the race as joint favourites for the 2025 Nobel Prize in Literature, according to latest betting odds.
Nigerian Modernism: Tate's Groundbreaking Show
Discover how Tate Modern's landmark exhibition redefines art history, showcasing the vibrant genius of Nigeria's modernist pioneers in London's most ambitious African art showcase.
AFCON 2025 in jeopardy as Morocco protests escalate
Exclusive: The future of Africa's premier football tournament hangs in the balance as widespread protests and political instability in Morocco spark cancellation fears. CAF president Patrice Motsepe breaks his silence on the mounting crisis.
Gaza Poet: 'My Poems Are Part of My Flesh'
Exclusive interview with Palestinian poet Batool Abu Akleen reveals how she continues to write amidst the devastation of Gaza, transforming trauma into powerful verse that bears witness to her people's struggle.
African Union completes Mogadishu withdrawal after 17 years
In a landmark security transition, African Union peacekeepers have withdrawn from key military bases in Mogadishu, handing control to Somali forces amid ongoing counter-terrorism operations.
African tribe faces eviction from Scottish kingdom
A community of African heritage faces removal from their self-declared Scottish kingdom near Luss in a contentious land rights case that has drawn international attention.
Tory councillor suspended over racist Facebook remarks
Conservative councillor for Scottish Borders, Gavin Logan, has been suspended by the party after making inflammatory comments about African-Scots on Facebook, prompting widespread condemnation.
Aristocrat's cult life and baby tragedy revealed in court
Exclusive: The shocking story of Constance Marten's life in a secretive African cult, the birth of her baby in a remote shed, and the tragic events that led to a nationwide manhunt and a devastating court case.
90 Cruise Passengers Abandoned on African Island After Missing Ship
Norwegian Cruise Line faces backlash as nearly 100 passengers were abandoned on São Tomé island after missing the departure deadline, forcing them to embark on a challenging 2,300-mile overland chase to rejoin their vessel.
African Tribe Faces Eviction from Scottish Estate
The Kingdom of Kubala, a sovereign African community in Scotland, faces imminent eviction from their Aberdeenshire estate in a landmark legal dispute over land rights and cultural recognition.
British DNA study transforms African ancestry understanding
A landmark study from the Natural History Museum reveals how British DNA is reshaping our understanding of African genetic history, uncovering centuries of migration and diversity.
African Tribe Faces Second Eviction in Scottish Highlands
An African tribe seeking asylum faces a second eviction from makeshift woodland camps in the Scottish Highlands, sparking a major local and national response as winter approaches.
Unsolved: 30-Year Mystery of Nobantu Zani's Westminster Death
The mysterious death of Nobantu Zani, a South African woman found in a Westminster hotel room in 1994, remains an unsolved case. New details emerge about the initial investigation and the family's three-decade quest for answers.
West African Nations Forge Historic Cooperation Pact
In a landmark move for regional stability, Ghana, Senegal, and The Gambia have signed a pivotal cooperation agreement covering security, economic development, and cross-border collaboration, signalling a new era of West African diplomacy.
Zimbabwe edge Namibia in thrilling T20 World Cup qualifier
Catch all the action as Zimbabwe secures a dramatic victory against Namibia in a high-stakes T20 World Cup qualifier. Get the full match report, key player performances, and what this means for both teams' tournament hopes.
Intimate Photos of Black Life in Segregation-Era Texas
A powerful new photo essay from a Texas archive offers a rare, intimate glimpse into the Black American experience during the era of segregation, showcasing community, faith, and everyday life.
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