Bali: Peaceful power transferring culture of Borena Oromo

The Gada System is a well-developed and complex operation system representing unique civilization of humanity since antiquity. The Gada System is well known by its feature of peaceful and democratic transfer of... Read more »

Decline, Ascendency: The two faces of the African renaissance

The once-popular idea of an African renaissance is now almost forgotten. The African renaissance first advanced by South Africa supposedly as a slogan leading its post-apartheid political and economic revival, had also... Read more »

Emancipation through African Literature: A journey of resistance, identity

Literature, with its ability to arouse imagination and evoke emotion, holds significant importance in awakening the world from lethargy. Beyond its role in emancipating humanity from oppressive forces, literature serves as a... Read more »

Exploring the hidden gems of Addis Ababa

The capital of Ethiopia and Africa, Addis Ababa, is a city that skillfully combines modernity and tradition. From its vibrant streets and bustling markets to its contemporary skyscrapers and opulent hotels, Addis... Read more »

Moscow: My first leap into a world beyond borders

 I found myself standing on my very first flight to a foreign country, thinking, ‘Hey, this is it!’ Standing outside Bole International Airport on the first day of my first-ever trip abroad;... Read more »

The incident I never forget

To get a fresh air A night stroll would be fair, I thought And switching the TV I got up from my chair. On the pavement Of a nearby apartment A lovely... Read more »

Exploring Ethiopia’s Art and Culture through traditional music, dance

Ethiopia, a land steeped in history and diversity, is a vibrant tapestry of cultures and traditions that express its rich identity through music and dance. This cultural wealth is often showcased in... Read more »

Film uncovering Africa’s untold history, correcting the narrative

It is common knowledge that Africa is the land of diverse cultures and identities. These cultures have their own unique colors and indigenous knowledge, which have developed over time as people have... Read more »

2024:The year of big shifts in African arts and culture

By 2024, African art, like arts anywhere in the world, is dynamic, very much alive and growing. However, that did not happen all over a sudden. It took many years of experimentation... Read more »

The beautiful ones, the eccentric writers and journalists of yore

In his debut novel entitled “The beautiful ones are not yet born”, Ayi Kwei Armah portrays the rampant corruption that characterized everyday life in his country by depicting ordinary characters that are... Read more »