Viral African dance videos are busting stereotypes in China – and making money for some
The African dance scene has grown into a big industry in China By Suvi Rautio Connected to wireless earphones, Yoofi Greene from Ghana begins his dance...
How Sudan’s music shaped a revolution
Music was central to the protests in 2019. Music is not only a cosmetic accessory to protests. The camp outside military headquarters in Khartoum,...
Abdullah Ibrahim(Dollar Brand), South Africa’s most distinguished pianist, passed away
Abdullah Ibrahim, South Africa’s most distinguished pianist, passed away on 15 June 2026 at the age of 91. He was born on 9 October...
Uganda’s Bobi Wine on the books (and songs) that shape his politics
By Tinashe Mushakavanhu Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, is a Ugandan music star and political leader currently in exile. Framing his movement...
The truth is abstract. Kenyan artist Lemek Sompoika struggles with modern existence
Lemek Sompoika struggles with modern existence. “I used to depict figures, but over time they became more abstract. It is like an inquiry into...
By Peter Kidi The policy focus on market access and livelihood opportunities is seen as central to resilience and “graduation from aid” by humanitarian and...
By Peter Kidi in Kakuma The bureaucratic logic of aid categorisation divides refugees into groups – Category 1, 2, 3 – which determines levels of...
Music and language as defiance
By Beatriz Carbajal-Carrera Bad Bunny is on a roll. Among the three wins at the 68th Grammy Awards, DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS (I should have...
Changing Lives or Changing Narratives?
By Peter Kidi in Kakuma There is a tension between humanitarian narratives and lived realities. In policy documents and donor reports, phrases like “changing lives”,...
