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08 November 2017
For the Love of Khat
What you need to know about khat—East Africa's favorite drug.
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Arts + Culture
23 June 2017
Black Lives Matter Meets Greek Tragedy: Behind the Powerful Play 'Kill Move Paradise' at The National Black Theater
Playwright James Ijames, Director Saheem Ali and Actor Sidiki Fofana tell us why 'Kill Move Paradise' is spurring audiences to action.
8 years ago
Arts + Culture
31 May 2017
In Conversation: The Founder of Afrobytes Tells Us Why the World Needs to Focus on African Tech
We talk to Haweya Mohamed, one of the founders of Afrobytes, about the work they're doing and what kinds of tech innovations Africa can offer the world.
8 years ago
News
06 April 2017
A Garissa Survivor On Her New Life in Italy And Her Message to Fellow Kenyans
Two years after surviving the massacre at Garissa, this Kenyan student tells us about recovering from trauma and her plans to spread peace.
8 years ago
News
24 February 2017
'We Don’t Need Another War:' A Conversation With Burundian Peace Activist Pierre Claver Mbonimpa
Burundian activist Pierre Claver Mbonimpa is back to work after narrowly surviving and assassination attempt.
8 years ago
News
24 January 2017
In Gabon, an AFCON Boycott Has Crowds Staying Home
Calls from the opposition to boycott the AFCON tournament have kept expectations low in a country still dealing with a post-election crisis.
8 years ago
News
19 January 2017
As Gambia Celebrates a New President, Africa Watches
Things are changing fast in the Gambia but it is almost certain that president Yahya Jammeh's reign is over.
8 years ago
Sports
13 January 2017
I ♥ AFCON 2017: Where and When to Watch the African Cup of Nations in NYC
In cities like New York, the African Cup of Nations has become a must watch tournament for football fans of all backgrounds.
8 years ago
Sports
07 November 2016
An Exclusive Interview With Africa's Favorite Footballer, Roger Milla
Roger Milla ranks himself as the second greatest African football player of all time after Salif Keïtta and ahead of George Weah.
8 years ago
News
11 October 2016
Tito Puente Jr on the African Origins of Latin Jazz
Tito Puente Jr is keeping the legacy of his father alive. He spoke to Okayafrica about the African roots of Latin Jazz and Spanish Harlem.
9 years ago
Politics
16 September 2016
Chadians Plan to Sue United States and France For Collusion With Former Dictator
Victims of Chad’s former president Hissene Habre—Africa’s Pinochet—are launching a lawsuit against the US and France.
9 years ago
Politics
01 July 2016
Somalia's First Female Presidential Candidate Vows to Negotiate With Al Shabaab
Frustrated by a lack of progress, Fadumo Dayib, plans to lead her native Somalia into a new era of prosperity.
9 years ago
News
02 June 2016
Garissa Principal Speaks On the Death of Attack's Mastermind, Mohamed Kuno
Garissa University's principal describe's the school's reaction to news that terrorist leader Mohamed Kuno died in a raid this week.
News
26 May 2016
The Saga of Moïse Katumbi, Congo's Perennial Challenger
As anti Kabila protests break out across Congo, opposition leader Moïse Katumbi is exiled to South Africa and Katangans talk secession.
News
05 May 2016
What’s Going On In Juba?
A new government of national unity has South Sudanese hoping for a return to stability.
News
29 April 2016
One Year Later: Burundians Continue To Protest For Intervention At The UN
Burundians gathered at the UN headquarters recently to demand action against the violence incited by Pierre Nkurunziza's regime.
Film + TV
28 April 2016
Watch 1987's 'La Vie Est Belle' Starring The Late Papa Wemba
Papa Wemba starred in the hit film that tells the story of a struggling musician who tries to make it big in Kinshasa.
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