African Essence

Ethiopia’s capital hosts Oromo Irrecha festival

Ethiopia’s capital Addis Ababa will on Saturday host the annual Irrecha thanksgiving festival, that is expected to bring together millions…

October 5, 2019

African Tribe of the Day: The Bushman, San or Khoisan, of Southern Africa

Population about 80000 between South Africa , Botswana and Namibia Known as the first people of South Africa , the…

October 5, 2019

African Tribe of the Day – The Samburu of Northern Kenya

The Samburu tribe from north - central Kenya are pastoralists from the great plains of the Samburu region . They…

September 30, 2019

African Culture of the Day – The Zulu of South Africa

The Zulu people are the largest ethnic group in South Africa . They are descended from East African origins and…

September 27, 2019

Going to Zambia and Zimbabwe? Here are some travelling tips

Why Go: Head to these two countries to see Victoria Falls, the largest waterfalls in the world. Plus, you can…

September 21, 2019

African Culture of the Day: The Samburu of Northern Kenya πŸ‡°πŸ‡ͺ

The Samburu tribe from north - central Kenya are pastoralists from the great plains of the Samburu region . They…

September 17, 2019

Timkat Feast of Epiphany, Ethiopia πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Ή: The Countdown Begins……

Music, food, and processions mark Ethiopia's biggest festival. The origin of the Feast of Epiphany dates back over 1000 years…

September 10, 2019

Quintessence of Egypt: Pyramids of Giza

The most famous of the structures at Giza, near Cairo, the Pyramid of King Cheops was built around 2650 BC…

August 31, 2019

Amazing African Tribal Traditions – The wedding ceremony of the Ndebele

The Ndebele wedding ceremony is all about the bride – and her attire puts western white dresses to shame. This,…

August 31, 2019

Zimbabwe: Zim Undeterred By Western Hostility: VP Mohadi

Acting President Kembo Mohadi says it is a matter of time before nations that are hostile to Zimbabwe realise that…

August 29, 2019

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