PHOTOS : KINSHASA BY LOCALS EP 1 & 2
Episode 2, features Le Choix de Nadine founded by Nadine Mabolia, which is a brand dedicated to the artisanal process of producing condiments made with natural fruits found in D.R. Congo.
Recommended Books on The Central African influence in the Americas
Recommended books on the Central African history, heritage, and influence in the Americas by Dr. Arsene Nganga.
TOP 9 POSTS OF 2020
A look back at 2020 - the top 9 posts by us and what our audience loved featuring shakira, #voguechallenge, juneteeth, and more !
Fela Kuti and his Angolan-Congolese born guitarist
Born in Kinshasa, Kiala Nzavotunga grew up to be renowned guitarist that was in the backing band of the Joseph Kabasele, aka 'Le Grand Kalle' in Africa Jazz. Eventually Kiala got tired of Mobutu’s dictatorship and ran away to Nigeria. While in Nigeria he pursued Fela for help.
A Call to Action #SUPPORTELAKA
We cannot continue to seat on the sideline and continue to rely solely on the philanthropic work of “established” foreign organizations if we want to take control of our narratives, establish our core values, empower our communities and mold the future of our next generation.
Congolese Women in the Music Industry
People can easily name off artists such as Dadju, Naza, Ya Levis, and Innoss’B but to name Congolese women artists in the current generation would be harder for most people.
Combien de ces femmes artistes congolaises connaissez-vous?
Les gens peuvent facilement nommer des artistes tels que Dadju, Naza, Ya Levis et Innoss’B, mais nommer les femmes artistes congolaises de la génération actuelle serait plus difficile pour la plupart des gens.
Will Sandrine Ngalula Mubenga bring change in the DRC?
Sandrine Ngalula Mubenga, a professor and engineer that specializes in renewable energy has been elected as the new Director-General of the Electricity Regulatory Agency of the whole DR Congo.
Commemorative day for the Congolese genocide
There is a movement to have August 2nd recognized as an official commemorative of the congolese genocide.
Pamela Tulizo wins Dior Photography Award
Pamela Tulizo on winning the third edition of the annual Dior Photography & Visual Arts Award for Young Talents.