-
Feb 8, 14 •
Art, Articles, Kenya •
Admin •
No Comments
Afrofunk crooner Sila Mutungi, has partnered with Visila Comics to produce a new comic series titled ‘SuperAfrican’. Mutungi states, “African children face problems hard for people from western countries to even conceive of, such as hunger,...
-
Feb 5, 14 •
Art, Articles, Kenya •
Admin •
No Comments
Warren Wade Anderson interviews World renowned Kenyan Multi-media artist Wangechi Mutu who discusses her life in Kenya and her catholic education and how it has shaped her into the artist she is today. Since launching in February 2012, Inside the Phoenix has...
-
Feb 5, 14 •
Articles, Kenya •
Admin •
No Comments
Akatasia.com have teamed up with social enterprise Zuri Africa, to offer 3 lucky fans one of three $30 eGift Cards. You have up to 4 chances to enter (via rafflecopter) – Entry is simple and as follows: 1. Like Zuri Africa on Facebook 2. Follow...
-
Feb 4, 14 •
Business, Kenya, News •
Admin •
No Comments
Zuri Africa is a social enterprise that is committed to fair trade practices. The idea to start Zuri Africa came from a deep desire to make a tangible impact in the lives of people in Africa. Company founder, Rose Sore states, “There are many...
-
Jan 30, 14 •
Articles, Fashion •
Admin •
No Comments
For her latest ‘Visible’ collection, Kiwi eyewear designer Karen Walker worked with the United Nations’ Ethical Fashion Initiative to encourage ‘sustainable business over aid dependency’ by enabling marginalized artisans to...
-
Jan 8, 14 •
Articles, Interviews •
Admin •
No Comments
Soko is a social enterprise that is revolutionizing international trade by connecting online consumers to global artisans from the developing world. We spoke with Diana Biggs, Soko’s Chief Strategy Officer to learn more about the Soko business model and...
-
Dec 24, 13 •
Articles, Kenya •
Admin •
No Comments
Very interesting interview with Kenyan filmmaker Wanuri Kahiu, who wrote and directed the acclaimed short film ‘Pumzi’ back in 2009. The interview was conducted by Oulimata Gueye as part of the exhibition “Si ce monde vows déplaît”...
-
Dec 18, 13 •
Articles, Interviews, Music, Video •
Admin •
No Comments
Tagged as the ‘Best Folk Singer’ by Seattle Weekly, Naomi Wachira is an established singer/songwriter that is making a name for herself in the Emerald City’s booming music scene. Her latest EP, ‘African Girl’ is a beautiful blend...
