No Good Deed Goes Unpunished
Zain Verjee on the targeting of Southern African countries after disclosure of the OMICRON variant by South Africa's scientists.
A New Narrative
Sophia Adepoju's Narrative spread illustrates Mbali Sebokedi's love for books, make up, her experiences of the global pandemic, and the power of community.
The Coffee-Woman
Nasra Bwana shares the story of 90-year-old Inyamwenye Omar, who speaks about her passion for her village's decades-old coffee tradition.
#AmplifyHQ - Introducing the Talent!
Amplify HQ is up and running with 23 incredible creators, learning new skills through our program, sharing ideas, and of course... creating!
Changing Minds, Changing Lives
Zaqi Alibhai speaks with young trailblazer, Nima Kassim, about her battle to win over her community in the coastal region of Kenya through the initiative she founded which seeks to empower women, combat gender based violence and educate about sexual reproductive health.
HQ Africa: Vaccine Watch Desk
We tap into HQ sources and partners that give us insight into what's happening on the continent's vaccine front. Here are this week’s highlights.
The Curious Case of Mr Banana
Multi-disciplinary artist Tanlume Enyatseng on reinventing as an African creative.
Dife-ing the Odds
Davis Lichuma, born and bred in Mathare, Nairobi. He is popularly known as Dife. He is a presenter at Mathare radio and also a community organizer and mobilizer.
Fun Factory!
Hannington Bugingo shares his story about how, while COVID-19 is no laughing matter, comedy can spread messages of hope even in a pandemic.
Art is Magic
Kabatila Kavat directs and produces photos and videos as a hobby. Through Curveart, Kabatila has created a platform for youths in Mathare who have a passion for modelling.
From Planning to Planting
When the pandemic struck, Christal Beeko quickly learned how to turn her flower garden into a vegetable garden.
Mask Up!
In Mathare, one of Africa's most populous areas, masking up and hand sanitising remains a priority.