Category: Afroluxe
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Introducing The Women of the Elephant Tusk: Ndi Otu Odu, an art exhibition by REWA
The moment I received the details for the Women of the Elephant Tusk: Ndi Otu Odu, a solo art exhibition by REWA, I was immediately transported back to 2019 and the acrylic painting I saw at a friend’s house. The painting depicts Marina bustop, where the popular Cathedral Church of Christ is. To this day,…
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Experience Morocco! A Journey of Culture and Tradition
Before visiting Morocco, I hadn’t heard much about this North African country. It is bordered by the Atlantic, the Mediterranean, and the Strait of Gibraltar to the west and north, as well as the Sahara desert and Algeria to the south and east. So, I turned to the internet to find out what to expect,…
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From Tunisia To Tanzania, Radisson is Growing Its Footprint in Africa
There is no end to the luxury accommodation options all over the African continent, whether you’re going on a safari, exploring a country’s culture, or going on an adventure. And now, with the addition of seven new hotels and a debut in Tanzania, Radisson Hotel Group has just successfully widened the pool. So far, the…
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Visiting Morocco? Take a Look at Some of the Best Hotels to Stay
Morocco is home to several luxury hotels and lodgings, from luxurious riads to grand tents in the heart of the desert that feels nothing like any tent you know. Also present are the big names like the Hilton, Radisson Blu and Four Seasons; so, if you’re worried about where to stay while visiting the North…
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In Conversation with Ugonna Ibe, Multi-Hyphenate Creative and Founder of Yenwa Art Gallery
Not every creative can daresay that they are a ‘T-shaped creative’ (coined from the T-shaped marketer term used to describe a marketer with a broad understanding of marketing concepts) but Ugonna Ibe can. Not only has she had years of experience curating Nigerian and African art for several galleries and museums, but she’s also a…
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Want to Visit Morocco? Here’s How I Did It in 5 Days!
When planning a vacation, if you’re anything like me, the final choice usually hinges on four factors: familiarity, affordability, accessibility (especially if visas are a hassle), and popularity. But by sticking to these criteria, you might miss out on some of the world’s most enchanting destinations, like Morocco—an amazing country with delightful tourist spots. Rather…
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First Time In Morocco? Here are Some Must-See Destinations and Activities to Consider
If you live outside of Africa and casually mention that you were visiting, the first remark would probably be, “Oh, you’re going on a safari?” But, as most Africans will tell you, there’s so much more to see and experience on the continent than our unique animal life in southern and eastern Africa. Such as…
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Here are Some of Africa’s Finest Spirits You Should Know. Plus, Their Storied Histories!
They may not be the most popular beverage in Africa, unlike in the US where their sales have surpassed that of wine, but spirits are definitely high up on the list of favourite alcoholic drinks across several countries on the continent. This is not surprising, especially when you consider their versatility and what they are…
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NBA Meets Art at Art X 2023 to Influence Beyond the Court
Tiffany Amber Gardens might be home to the iconic eponymous luxury fashion brand founded by Folake Coker back in 1998, but, on Saturday, November 4, 2023, it took on a new designation: a space celebrating the NBA Meets Art installation, a special project within the just concluded Art X 2023 edition. “We created a platform…
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Going on A Safari? Here are Some New Experiences to Check Out This Season
Safaris are to Kenya, Namibia, South Africa or Botswana, as scuba diving is to the Maldives. It is therefore not out of place to say that almost every veteran vacationer to Eastern or Southern Africa went there primarily to immerse themselves in the unique wildlife of the African bushes that continue to draw thousands yearly.…