The Silencing the Guns Initiative, launched by the African Union (AU), is an ambitious program aiming to achieve a conflict-free Africa by 2030. It’s a central pillar of the AU’s Agenda 2063, a broader vision for the continent’s development. Here’s a breakdown of its key aspects:   Goals: End all wars and armed conflicts: This...

Thousands of Nigerians have taken to the streets in recent weeks, their frustrations boiling over in a wave of protests under the banner of #EnoughisEnough. Their discontent stems from a multitude of hardships that have gripped the nation, particularly since the 2023 election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Many Nigerians believe the election itself was...

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The discourse surrounding nudity in African contexts has long been shaped by external perspectives, often leading to misconceptions that frame traditional attire as primitive or indecent. In reality, African approaches to clothing and body coverage reflect profound cultural, environmental, and social principles that prioritize functionality, identity, and communal harmony over imposed notions of modesty. This...