Abdallah Ali Sherif, a 75-year-old bookbinder from Harar, Ethiopia, has dedicated over three decades to preserving his city’s rich Islamic heritage. Growing up during a time when expressing one’s culture could lead to imprisonment, Sherif’s parents discouraged discussions about their history. However, with the advent of ethnic federalism in 1991, Harar gained autonomy, allowing…
Zimbabwe’s land reform program, initiated in the early 2000s under President Robert Mugabe, remains a deeply divisive chapter in the nation’s history. While the policy aimed to rectify colonial-era land imbalances by redistributing land to Black Zimbabweans, its implementation led to significant hardships for both white commercial farmers and many Black farmers.
The…
Sam Nujoma, Namibia’s first president and a central figure in the nation’s liberation struggle, passed away on February 8, 2025, at the age of 95. His death marks the end of an era for Namibia, as he was instrumental in leading the country to independence from apartheid South Africa in 1990 and served as its first democratically elected president until 2005.
Early Life and Struggle…
Morocco is gearing up for its role as one of the host nations for the 2030 FIFA World Cup with an ambitious infrastructure development plan. Selected alongside Spain and Portugal to co-host the tournament, Morocco is channeling significant resources into upgrading and expanding its sports facilities, transportation networks, and urban infrastructure to ensure the event’s success.
At the…
In a historic move, Zimbabwe’s Senate has approved a motion to abolish the death penalty, signaling a significant shift in the nation’s stance on capital punishment. This decision aligns Zimbabwe with a growing global trend to eliminate the death penalty, reflecting evolving attitudes towards justice, human rights, and rehabilitation.
The motion, passed in December 2024, comes after years…
Senegal recently marked the 80th anniversary of the Thiaroye massacre, a dark chapter in its history during which French colonial forces killed dozens of Senegalese Tirailleurs (African soldiers) who had fought for France in World War II. The commemoration serves as both a somber reflection on the atrocities of colonial rule and a call for justice and recognition for those who paid the ultimate…
Africa, a continent of immense cultural, historical, and natural diversity, is on a path of rediscovery and self-empowerment. After centuries of colonial exploitation, cultural suppression, and socio-economic challenges, the continent is reclaiming its unique trajectory of growth and development. This resurgence is not just about economic strides but also about cultural, political, and…
