Culture
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A political history of the Africa Cup of Nations: is it still truly Africa’s cup?
At inception, AFCON set out lofty ambitions for itself. 62 years later, it falls just short. This article is part of “In the name ... -
In the name of the father, the son and football.
In a season full of football, a writer pens a belated Father’s Day letter to the man with whom he shared memories over the ... -
Photo essay: We are all goal diggers
Photojournalist Andrew Esiebo explores how young Africans appropriate non-conventional spaces to play football. This article is part of “In the name of the beautiful ... -
In the name of the beautiful game
Welcome to our new series on the world’s most beloved sport and how it intersects with all aspects of our lives. This article is ... -
Insiders Insight: Binyavanga Wainaina gone too soon
African Arguments is and always will be freely-accessible to everyone. But we also have a separate spin-off product called the Africa Insiders Newsletter. It consists of weekly emails with additional ... -
“Music exposes thieves”: Meet Bosmic Otim, ‘northern Uganda’s Bobi Wine’
In the north, a different popular singer articulates the people’s widespread frustrations and recent memories of violence. Garbed in red designer jeans, shirt and ... -
Rest in Power: Oliver Mtukudzi, music legend and pan-African trailblazer
“Tuku” used his powerful poetic voice to change whole systems, forge global connections, and advocate for justice, freedom and the oppressed. Where does one ... -
Dear The West, why do you find it so hard to say sorry?
Forgiveness is central to many African cultures. As Europe debates whether to return looted African heritage, an initial apology would go a long way. ... -
Africa’s must-read books of 2018
This year was full of spectacular fiction, spine-tingling poetry and hard-hitting non-fiction from Africa. Here is some of the best. Fiction Freshwater – by Akwaeke ... -
Amazing African documentaries you’re gonna wanna see
Over the last year or so, there have been several incredible documentaries made in Africa. With some help from Film Africa, we picked out ...
