‘Ogogoro’. The name, for the average Nigerian, conjures up images of an illicit trade conducted under the cover of darkness; of tiny sachets or bottles with funny names and current street slangs, sitting snugly in the hands of people that are often described as belonging to the lower echelons of Read More →
Prior to my conversation with South African artist, Reggie Khumalo, who is as celebrated for his travels as he is for his art, I had seen his work. I was immediately struck by how profound each of them are, despite a perceived simplicity of appearance at first glance. Reggie is like that. On the Read More →
2021 was such a year of hope. We had just exited the worst of a global pandemic and, for Africans living on the continent, an additional uncertainty heightened by protests and economic instability. We daresay almost everyone approached the new year with some level of positivity, as to do otherwis Read More →
Football may be the most popular sport in Nigeria, but on February 13, 2022, golf got one up on it when it brought together golfers and guests from Nigeria and the international community to the 2nd edition of the Nigeria and International Community Golf Tournament at Ikoyi Club, Lagos. As early Read More →
How are you celebrating Valentine’s Day? An underwater proposal? A decadent holiday with all its trappings? A large bouquet of roses shipped from all over the world and arranged all over a rooftop restaurant for a private dinner? A champagne party with friends in a yacht that takes you all over t Read More →
Happy New Year!!!! May 2022 grant us all the best of life and its blessings! You might be right to say that it’s too late in the year for new year greetings, but then again…just one more from a brand you love should not be too much, right? 2021 was definitely an interesting year! We [ Read More →
Safaris may have been around for a long time now, but it is an industry dominated by men. That is, until the rise of Asilia Africa’s Dunia Camp, the first, all-female safari camp run by Tanzanian women. First opening in 2016, Dunia closed temporarily last year because of the pandemic. It has now Read More →
On November 13, 2021, GAIA Africa officially opened the doors of its Clubhouse to the general public, three years after its founder and CEO, Olatowun Candide-Johnson launched the premium, all-female membership club. Commenting, Ms Candide-Johnson, in an official press release, said, “It is incred Read More →
In 2020, as the pandemic began to wane in certain parts of the world, ten travellers from different walks of life stepped down from the Emirates A319 jet onto the lush grounds of Victoria Falls. This marked the beginning of a 12-day safari that would see them move between Zimbabwe, Kenya, Botswan Read More →
5 Great Skincare Products for the 40s and Over
Congratulations on hitting the big 40! You are almost certain you know all the things you love and hate, and while you may still be unsure of what the future holds, you’re a bit more confident about who you are and where you’re going. Oh! and you may also begin to notice the appearance of [&helli…
World Gin Day 2022: Ogogoro Is Not Gin!
‘Ogogoro’. The name, for the average Nigerian, conjures up images of an illicit trade conducted under the cover of darkness; of tiny sachets or bottles with funny names and current street slangs, sitting snugly in the hands of people that are often described as belonging to the lower echelons of …
The Best Free Running Apps to consider for Improved Performance
Let’s face it: no matter how motivated you’re to strap up and hit your favourite tracks running, there are days when you’re not just up for it. And those days can become more common if there’s no one or nothing to give you that extra push. Which is why running apps are important. One study [&hell…
7 Turbocharged Auto-Themed Timepieces for the Ultimate Auto Enthusiast
Breitling and Bentley’s partnership may have been the longest between an auto and a timepiece brand, but it is by no least the only creative and wildly successful one out there. Other auto brands like Lamborghini, Ferrari and Bugatti have had successful extended partnerships with other timepiece …
You May Soon Have To Pay for Your Hotel Bookings with an NFT
But don’t get too excited: it is not what you think. Cancellations, especially those done last-minute, are a hotel’s worst nightmare. Empty rooms not only mean decreased revenue, but they may also impact a hotel’s ratings if it happens frequently. Apparently, nothing has worked so far, not even c…
ASPIRE Loves: Awari Delivers a Thrilling Epicurean Experience
Fine dining all over the world has evolved to expertly prepared fresh, local dishes, but even then, you’re more likely to find some Asian, French or Italian influence on the menu. Seeing a predominantly African dish or even ingredient on such menus would be harder than finding a pin in a haystack…
Swoon-Worthy Fenty Beauty Products As It Officially Launches in Africa
By now, you must have heard that Fenty Beauty by Rihanna is launching officially in select African countries on May 27, 2022. But if you haven’t, well, you heard it here first: Fenty Beauty and Fenty Skin will now be available in Botswana, Ghana, Kenya, Namibia, South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe.…
Gucci Now Accepts Cryptocurrency at Physical Retail Stores
Gucci has recently announced that it would start accepting cryptocurrencies at select stores in the US, and while this might appear to be yet another announcement from a luxury brand, it is a rather significant event in both the luxury and crypto worlds. Luxury brands and the virtual space Luxury…
Go Into the Wild with David Whyte For a New Kind of Safari Experience
There are few things more exciting than a 2-in-1 offer, and when it sounds as good as Into the Wild with David Whyte courtesy of ROAR Africa, then you truly have more than one reason to be excited. ROAR Africa is famous for its unique luxury safaris. In 2020, it launched the Emirates Executive Pr…
Petrol-Powered Autos Might Not Go Anywhere. Thanks to Porsche?
It is quite likely that if you’re looking to change your vehicle in the next ten years, you would be getting an EV, seeing as quite a number of auto brands have committed to phasing out petrol-powered autos by 2030. Not if Porsche succeeds though. Early in April, the German automaker announced a …
Bukky George-Taylor at 40: The Quintessential Queen of Connections in Forty Paragraphs
In Conversation with South African Artist and World Traveler, Reggie Khumalo.
ASPIRE Ones to Watch, 2022
2021 was such a year of hope. We had just exited the worst of a global pandemic and, for Africans living on the continent, an additional uncertainty heightened by protests and economic instability. We daresay almost everyone approached the new year with some level of positivity, as to do otherwis…
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