Africa
Soak up some inspiration, and take an insider's look at the best places to stay, eat and play, while on the continent. Plus, check out our exclusive interviews with some of the hottest African artists including Tiwa Savage, Sho Madjozi and Sauti Sol.
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Black Woman From Kenya Is First Runner To Win Both Olympic Gold And New York City Marathon
Peres Jepchirchir finished in 1st place in Sunday’s New York City Marathon after winning Olympic gold this year.
WATCH: ESSENCE Presents Short Film 'A Love Letter to Africa'
Celebrity stylist Ade Samuel travels back to her ancestral land to capture the genius and soul of African creativity
Porsha Williams And Her Fiancé Traveled to His Hometown In Nigeria And Received A Royal Welcome
Since arriving in town, she’s been eating pounded yam and egusi, drinking palm wine, learning the customs and of course,…
South African Sisters Behind Decor Brand Mo's Crib Bring Their Sustainable, Stylish Essential Goods Stateside
With their pieces available in Crate & Barrel and an e-commerce site launching, this Pretoria-based decor brand is ready to…
'Show 'Em The World': Lance Gross's Family Vacation To Kenya Is Getaway Goals
The family hung out with giraffes, checked out safaris, enjoyed a candle-lit dinner in a greenhouse and were introduced to…
Ashanti Lived Her Best Life With Giraffes In Nairobi And She Has The Photos To Prove It
Ashanti shared a video and plenty of colorful photos of her travels around the Kenyan capitol that made us want…
Dispute Between U.S. Aid Agency and Kenya Causing HIV Drug Shortage in African Country, Per Reports
Kenyans living with HIV say their health in jeopardy because the country is experiencing a shortage of anti-retroviral drugs donated…
Thousands of African Artifacts Tragically Lost in Wildfire at University of Cape Town
The fire– which had been raging on Devil’s Peak in Cape Town, South Africa since Sunday morning– is “largely contained,”…
Comedian Dave Chappelle Is Going Back To Africa
The Mark Twain Prize winning funny man wants to move to Ghana.