Tag Archives: South Africa
Nelson Mandela’s Granddaughters Land Reality Show
The show debuting February 10 will show, among other things, the sisters shark cage diving
‘Being Mandela’ takes viewers into the lives of one of South Africa’s most influential families
By Makkada B. Selah
In South Africa, the African Cup of Nations Is Big Business
Travel, advertising and hospitality are on full display at Africa's marquee tournament
South Africa is currently hosting the African Cup of Nations.
By Darren Sands
Amid Growing Unrest, South Africa Unveils $100B Jobs Plan
President Jacob Zuma is facing mounting criticism that he hasn't done enough to stem the country's economic distress.
President Jacob Zuma is facing mounting criticism that he hasn’t done enough to stem the…
By Black Enterprise
African Union Elects First Female Head
South Africa’s Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma now leads
South Africa’s Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma now leads
By Makkada B. Selah
Talents from the Diaspora: 5 African Fashion Professionals Blazing a Trail
From photographers to designers, these heavyweights take success abroad
From designers to photographers, these industry heavyweights have brought success from shores of Africa abroad.
By Sirita Wright
Interracial Ad Sparks Controversy in South Africa
A recent political poster causes a stir in the post-apartheid nation
A political ad created by the student wing of the Democratic Alliance party, which shows…
By Sade K. Muhammad
In the News: Millions of Children Receive Free School Meals; First Class Graduates From Oprah’s School and More
A few noteworthy headlines around the Web
See what’s going on in the world with today’s compilation of news around the Web
By Sade K. Muhammad
In the News: Nelson Mandela Turns 93; UConn Alumna Fights for 13-Year-Old Prodigy and More
Headlines around the web
See what’s going on in the world with today’s compilation of news around the web
By Janel Martinez
Why Michelle Obama’s Africa Trip Matters
The Root columnist says First Lady is inspiring model for young women emerging from apartheid
The Root columnist explores the impact of First Lady Michelle Obama’s visit to post-apartheid Africa,…
By BlackEnterprise.com
Why Black America No Longer Exists
In his new book, Pulitzer Prize-winning writer Eugene Robinson talks about the 'Disintegration' of the Black monolith
Author Eugene Robinson has sparked debate with his recent book, ‘Disintegration: The Splintering of Black…
