In Cairo, a cannon called “Midfaa Al-Iftar” is fired every day at sunset during the month of Ramadan to let people know it’s time to eat at the end of each day’s fast. The tradition of Midfaa Al-Iftar firing started in the 15th century during the Mamluk dynasty, around 1467 AD, when Sultan Al-Zaher Khoshqadam […]
During Ramadan 2026, Muslims in Bamako, Mali, will break their fast at Maghrib, the sunset prayer time. The Iftar time in Bamako 2026 is expected to begin at approximately 6:39 PM on the first day of Ramadan. This marks the moment when the sun fully sets and fasting officially ends for the day. Since Ramadan […]
Ramadan 2026 in Mali is projected to begin on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, marking 1 Ramadan 1447 AH in the Islamic calendar. As always, the official start depends on the sighting of the crescent moon. Islamic months follow the lunar cycle, meaning dates shift each year in the Gregorian calendar. Local religious authorities and moon […]
The Masai Mara offers several standout eco-lodges and camps for travellers seeking sustainable safari experiences. These accommodations focus on solar power, low-impact designs, and supporting local communities. Visiting during the 2026 Great Migration allows guests to combine wildlife adventures with responsible tourism. Top Eco-Lodges Basecamp Masai Mara features budget-friendly tents with prime wildlife views. The […]
Attending Ultra Music Festival in Miami? Staying near Bayfront Park is the smartest choice for convenience, allowing festival-goers to walk to the main stages while avoiding traffic and long rideshares. From luxury resorts to mid-range and budget hotels, downtown Miami offers a variety of options suitable for all travellers. Luxury Waterfront Hotels InterContinental Miami sits […]
The FNB Stadium (called Soccer City) is South Africa’s largest stadium and is an iconic site for sporting events around the world. Situated in Nasrec, Johannesburg, this venue was the site of the 2010 FIFA World Cup Final; it regularly welcomes soccer fans, concertgoers and tourists from around the world. The unique, calabash-design and electric […]
Ultra Music Festival 2026 is gearing up for another blockbuster edition as it returns to Bayfront Park, Miami, from March 27 to March 29. Known as one of the world’s most influential electronic dance music festivals, Ultra’s latest lineup positions the event as a global meeting point for house, techno, bass, and melodic EDM fans. […]
Venice Carnival 2026, running from January 31 to February 17, promises a spectacular celebration under the theme “Olympus – At the Origins of the Game”, connecting the festivities with Italy’s 2026 Winter Olympics. Visitors can enjoy water shows, parades, masked balls, contests, and cultural performances across Venice, from its iconic canals and Piazza San Marco […]
Nairobi Fashion Week Season 8, occurring from January 28 to 31, 2026, firmly positioned the Kenyan city as a rising hotspot for sustainable African fashion. Hosted in the Sarit Expo Centre, the four-day exhibition revolved around the concept “DECARBONIZE”, placing climate consciousness, heritage, and innovation at the core of the runway. This season brought together […]
AI dominated conversations across the event. From generative AI to advanced computing infrastructure, companies unveiled tools designed to boost productivity, creativity, and digital sovereignty. Keynote sessions emphasized responsible AI development, data privacy, and Europe’s ambition to compete with global tech leaders. Startups and Innovation on Display Thousands of startups showcased disruptive ideas across sectors such […]
The passing of the Italian designer Valentino at 93-years-old has left a void in our global fashion scene. He is celebrated as one of Italy’s greatest designers, and Valentino will always be remembered for all his accomplishments in fashion design, most notably for his association with luxury, elegance and refined craftsmanship; he created Haute Couture […]
The 8th edition of AI Expo Africa 2025 is set to take place from October 29 to 31 at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg, South Africa. The expo is the largest event on the Continent for Artificial intelligence (AI) professionals, enterprises, start-ups and government. The expo will host the UN ITU AI4Good Impact Africa […]
As the use of mobile apps continues to increase throughout South Africa, one of the most challenging phenomena in app development is user retention. Research shows that 85% of app users will be lost within 30 days. In response, growth marketing agency Welcome Tomorrow and martech company YOUKNOW Technologies are launching the very first App […]
The Christian community marks Good Friday as its deepest holiday to remember when Jesus died at Calvary. The Christian community worldwide marks Good Friday by praying and attending church while adjusting their diet to focus on Christ’s dying act. On this day that spiritually prepares Christians for Easter Sunday, people can understand more about God’s […]
Emirates SkyCargo establishes better Africa market connections by partnering with Astral Aviation at Air Cargo Africa. At Air Cargo Africa, Emirates SkyCargo worked together with Astral Aviation when they signed an MoU to combine their shipping connections. Through the partnership Emirates SkyCargo can offer services to 145 locations around the world at 50 destinations served […]
Despite Tunisia seeing dark times, the African Union’s Peace and Security Council has added the country into its list of patrons. The country has been burning over oil price rise and bad governance. As the last remaining country in north Africa to have kept democracy intact a decade after the Arab Spring, Tunisia is facing […]
The so-called slave castles on the Ghanaian coast, where many slaves embarked on their final journeys, serve as a stark reminder of the practice’s barbarism. The International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition was established by UNESCO in 1997. The events of the night of August 22 to 23, 1791 […]
The cocern rate has risen seriously for the people of Mekelle as Ethiopia begins the final phase of it’s attack on the rebels of the Tigray region, so far the Ethiopian government rejected any plea for peace, by some African envoy who visited the country. The Ethiopian armed force has sliced the street prompting the […]
Pierre Buyoya has quit his African Union Special Envoy Role, Buyoya told a media outlet about him resigning, Buyoya has had a rough last due to allegations of his involvement in the assassination of his predecessor. Buyoya was condemned to life detainment in his nation in October for the 1993 death of his archetype Melchior […]
Sudanese all over the world has expressed unity with Ethiopian refugees, as a result of the ongoing dispute in the Tigray region, Ethiopians has forced flee to neighboring countries, such as Sudan and Eritrea to seek refuge. Notwithstanding the language hindrance, their Sudanese host Araby Hassan Mohamed said he was unable to surrender them. His […]