Changing the narrative on Africa.
In The Gambia’s Central River Region, women are growing, spinning and weaving cotton into products that earn income and sustain cultural traditions. Their work offers a starting point for a wider revival of a sector that once supported thousands of rural farmers.
COP31’s focus on delivery will fail Africa if climate finance and technology continue to be designed externally. International resources must strengthen locally developed knowledge, institutions and productive capacity.
The Tanzanian journalist reflects on her journey from Tandale to the UN, the importance of communicating global issues in Kiswahili, and why young Africans should see international opportunities as within their reach.
Inspired by her father and Ethiopian distance-running great Meseret Defar, 17-year-old Elsabet Amare is preparing to represent her country at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games. The runner hopes her journey will encourage other young athletes from her hometown of Injibara.
With the support of her parents, coach and school, Zambian badminton player Anjuman Bhardwaj will compete at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games. The 17-year-old hopes to make her country proud while building on her experience in national and international competitions.
Ivorian sprinter Bosson Greccy Hillary discovered athletics during a school physical education test. Now, as she prepares to compete in the 100 metres at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, the 17-year-old is working towards a dream of making her mark on the world stage.
Natural dyes, weaving, beads, and traditional designs have all been passed down through centuries in Africa, influencing how communities develop, wear, and preserve their cultural identity.
Favour Ojo began playing table tennis on a wooden plank in her family compound. Five years later, the 16-year-old is preparing to represent Nigeria at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, with her sights set on the senior Olympics.
Guinean textile entrepreneur Mariama Camara is moving from promoting African textiles globally to building the institutions behind the industry. Through the Institute of African Textiles, she is pushing for greater ownership, protection and commercial value for the knowledge held by African makers.
For years, Umazi Mvurya worked as a digital creator. Then her thoughts turned to Lamu, a historic town on Kenya’s northern coast. Now, thanks to Lamu’s rich history of woodwork, her hand-crafted art evokes this gloriously creative East African tradition.