Discover the latest stories and insights from lifestyle across Africa
From courtroom satire to Nollywood, Layi Wasabi has turned wit, talent and consistency into a remarkable career. A trained lawyer and award-winning content creator, he has carved a unique space in Nigerian entertainment, proving that with determination and an inner drive, young people can turn their passions into powerful platforms.
Amazigh jewelry is more than adornment; it expresses identity, heritage, and craftsmanship. Traditionally crafted from silver, it symbolizes protection, prosperity, femininity, and belonging. Geometric motifs reflect local beliefs, nature, and ancestral memory. Worn during important life stages, especially marriage, jewelry reveals regional identity and status. Distinctive styles across Algeria, Morocco, and the Sahara preserve cultural stories while inspiring contemporary African fashion and pride.
For many young Nigerians, the word “japa” has become a familiar part of everyday conversation. It represents the desire to leave the country in search of better opportunities, education, careers and experiences. But while social media often presents migration as the perfect escape, Divine Chukwuemeka is interested in helping people understand the bigger picture. Known online as the “Japa Queen,” Divine Chukwuemeka is a migration researcher, public speaker, writer, career advocate and TEDx speaker who has built her work around helping young people understand migration and make informed decisions about their future.
Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention (SMC) is a preventive strategy used to protect children from malaria during periods of high transmission, especially in regions where malaria is seasonal. It involves giving eligible children antimalarial medicines at monthly intervals throughout the malaria season to reduce the risk of infection. SMC is particularly important for children under five years of age, who are most vulnerable to severe malaria. The intervention has been proven to reduce malaria cases, hospital admissions, and deaths among children. Its success depends on the active participation of parents, caregivers, healthcare workers, and communities. By providing protection during peak malaria periods, SMC plays a vital role in improving child health and reducing the burden of malaria in affected regions.
Ghana weaving, widely known as cornrows, is one of Africa’s oldest and most artistic hairstyles. Originating from West Africa, the style combines beauty, creativity, and cultural identity through intricate scalp braiding patterns. Beyond fashion, Ghana weaving represents heritage, protection of natural hair, and a timeless tradition passed down through generations across African communities.
Fulani braids are more than a hairstyle, they are a cultural expression of beauty, identity, and heritage. Originating from the Fulani people of West Africa, these iconic braids, often adorned with beads and cowries, tell stories of tradition, status, and creativity while continuing to influence modern African and global fashion trends.
Kalu Putik is a fast-rising Ethiopian content creator and experimental fashion stylist who is currently gaining massive attention on social media for his unusual and creative approach to fashion. He is trending because of his unconventional style, especially his bold and sometimes bizarre footwear designs, which have captured the curiosity of online audiences.