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14 August 2020
7 African Countries Commit to Coronavirus Antibody Testing in Bid to Re-Open Economy
WHO has identified 7 African countries for coronavirus antibody testing to understand the extent of the Covid-19 outbreak on the continent.
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News
15 July 2020
Photos: A ‘Behind-the-Scenes’ Look at the Experiences of Nigeria's Frontline Pandemic Workers
Nigerian doctor and photographer, Femi Adewuyi, set out to document the realities of essential workers and patients at the peak of Lagos' coronavirus outbreak.
News
13 July 2020
Un Fotoperiodista Afrocolombiano Documenta La Crisis del Coronavirus en Chocó
El fotógrafo Jeison Riascos captura no solo las historias dramáticas de la pandemia sino también la solidaridad de los habitantes del Chocó.
Arts + Culture
10 June 2020
Photos: An Afro-Colombian Photojournalist Documents the Coronavirus Crisis in Chocó
Photographer Jeison Riascos is capturing not just dramatic stories from the pandemic but also the solidarity shown by residents of his hometown, Quibdó.
Film + TV
21 May 2020
Zainab Johnson is Creating Unapologetic Comedy
The standup comedian, actor and podcast host talks about growing up a Black, Muslim woman in New York and what it's like fasting for Ramadan in a COVID-19 world.
Music
20 May 2020
The Man Introducing China to Afrobeats Through Dance
Until COVID-19 hit, Ghanaian artist Yoofi Greene was China's Afrobeats evangelist. Now he's eager to return and finish what he started.
News
20 May 2020
Rwanda Is Using Robots to Screen COVID-19 Patients
The five new robots have the ability "to screen 50 to 150 people per minute," says the Health Ministry.
Music
19 May 2020
Burna Boy, AKA, Angelique Kidjo & More to Perform During 'Africa Day Benefit Concert At Home'
Idris Elba is set to host the virtual concert, which will stream on YouTube on Africa Day.
News
18 May 2020
Stella Nyanzi Has Been Arrested for Protesting the 'Slow Distribution of Food' In Uganda
'My children are hungry I want food, I just want food,' said the activist as her and several associates were detained on their way to the home of the Prime Minister.
Music
08 May 2020
How Nigeria’s Emerging Acts Are Navigating the Pivot to Virtual Spaces
The pandemic presents a unique challenge for non-mainstream artists who rely on physical engagement with fans, but there may be benefits to adapting to the new normal.
News
20 April 2020
Burna Boy Highlights Relief Efforts Across Africa With 'One World: Together at Home' Performance
Burna Boy's performance was the most "shazamed" of the night.
News
20 April 2020
Davido's Fiancé, Chioma Rowland, Recovers from Coronavirus
After receiving a positive result last month, Rowland has now tested negative twice, says Davido.
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