In Pursuit of Justice — the Women Fighting Against Nigeria's Rape Culture

Lagos, Nigeria / Kaduna, Nigeria

In the wake of the global #MeToo movement, Nigerian women are sharing their stories and pioneering movements that speak against sexual abuse and harassment.

Aisha Salaudeen

in conversation with

Interview

The Ivorian Concept Store That Doubles as a Creative Hub

Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire

Behind the scenes with Aziz Doumbia, the founder of Dozo — Abidjan's creative "embassy" that serves as a home for Cote d'Ivoire's most notable brands and its emerging creative culture.

Audrey Lang

NOTES ON IDENTITY /

written By

Izin Akhabau

"I am a proud child of Africa, but sometimes home feels foreign to me"

So much of my culture is alien to me — I’m not fluent in the language and I’ve only ever spent 3 weeks back home. Am I an outsider?Read the story →

Self Care

London, England

"Vulnerability feels like you are putting your life on the line but in reality, you are saving it."

Abiola Babarinde

in conversation with

Essay

Johannesburg, South Africa

When the Madam is Away: Exploring Sisterhood as a Tool for Survival

Mbali Kgame

in conversation with

Self Care

Johannesburg, South Africa

"She embarked on a self-designed cleanse for two weeks. It saved her life"

in conversation with

Aala Marra

identity, creativity, culture.

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Interview

In Conversation With Diana Ejaita on Creating a Dialogue Between Cultures

Berlin, Germany / Lagos, Nigeria

The Nigerian-Italian illustrator and textile artist speaks on paying homage to her roots in her work, Wear Your Mask, and her recent cover story 'Iya ni wura' for the New Yorker.

in conversation with

Diana Ejaita

Interview

Introducing Abidjan’s Newest Interior Design Atelier

Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire

In conversation with the multi-faceted artist, entrepreneur, model, and interior designer behind the Ivorian atelier, Sartai.

Audrey Lang

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From Kumasi to the World: the Designer Taking Weaving Tradition Global

A conversation with Akosua Afriyie-Kumi, the creator of the globally-coveted brand AAKS, on returning home and perseverance in art and life. Read the story →

Interview

The African-Australian Brand Keeping Community and Culture First

Melbourne, Australia

Notes on Sisterhood, Identity, and Community with the Sibling Duo Behind Melbourne’s Collective Closets