• Hannah Uguru

Stories by Hannah Uguru

A group of men stand on reddish-brown earth at an informal mining site, surrounded by mounds of excavated soil and a water-filled pit. In the background, more miners can be seen working under a clear blue sky, with sparse vegetation on the horizon.
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The Gold Rush No One Controls: How Illegal Mining is Reshaping Africa

As Africa grapples with a $31-billion illegal gold trade, a recent tragedy in Mali highlights the human cost of an industry that operates in the shadows of the continent's formal economies.

A man in a dark business suit and blue tie wearing glasses at a formal event. A yellow rose is visible in the foreground and other attendees can be seen in the background of the indoor venue.
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Who is Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, the African Union's Newly Elected Chairman?

After two decades of shaping Djibouti's foreign policy, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf plans to strengthen Africa's position amid international polarization.

Runner wearing bib number labeled 'KIPLIMO' in orange jersey and blue shorts celebrates victory at the eDreams Mitja Marato de Barcelona half marathon finish line, holding up Uganda's flag. He is standing on a blue carpet at the finish area with race barriers and sponsor banners visible in the background.
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Jacob Kiplimo Shatters Half Marathon World Record Ahead of London Marathon Debut

After his Barcelona victory, the Ugandan distance runner prepares to face his longest race yet: 42.2 kilometers at the London Marathon.

Delcat Idengo from  his music video “President Zoba,” Feb. 7, 2025.
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Who Was Delcat Idengo, the Congolese Singer Killed in Goma?

Delcat Idengo, a politically outspoken Congolese musician, was shot dead in Goma while filming a music video criticizing rebel group M23.

A young woman poses for the cameras on the VMA red carpet. She is wearing a tight mini dress in neon yellow, with slits at the front that reveal neon green underwear. The woman is also wearing a bright blue choker-style necklace with a honey-blonde Afro with loose curls.
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Tyla Teams Up With Dancehall Legend Sean Paul for “PUSH 2 START (REMIX)”

The collaboration marks the South African singer’s second foray into the dancehall genre, following her song “Jump.”

​Screenshot from "So it Goes," BlackSherif/YouTube.
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Black Sherif and Fireboy DML Release Official Video for “So It Goes”

Two of West Africa’s most compelling voices merge raw emotion and smooth melodies in a preview of Black Sherif's sophomore album, 'IRON BOY.'

An older man, Cyril Ramaphosa, in a suit stands at a podium while speaking into a microphone. He stands against a red-carpeted background.
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Donald Trump Shuts Down USAID to South Africa: What Now?

The suspension of USAID to South Africa has created challenges for NGOs and raised questions about future funding sources amid broader political tensions over land reform and race in the country.

Adekunle Gold performs onstage during the 15th Annual Headies Awards at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre on September 04, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia.
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Adekunle Gold Releases Love Song "Obimo"

Nigerian singer Adekunle Gold explores love in all its forms in his latest genre-blending track.

Tems wears a black San Diego FC jersey, smiling and pointing at the club's logo on her shirt.
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Tems Joins San Diego FC Ownership Group

Nigerian singer-songwriter Tems expands her influence beyond music by joining San Diego FC's ownership group ahead of the club's MLS debut later in February.

A Black woman with medium brown curly hair poses in front of a backdrop featuring a close-up of a lion's face.
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Anchi Vibes on Winning TikTok Africa's Creator of the Year Award

Nigerian arts and culture critic Chioma 'Anchi Vibes' Anyanwu shares a snippet of her journey to earning the platform's highest honor.

Ayra Starr wears a white angel outfit with sheer layers and wings while leaning over a bathtub in a mirrored bathroom.
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Ayra Starr Drops a Self-Love Anthem Ahead of Valentine’s Day

Ayra Starr embraces self-love with her latest single, "All The Love," a heartfelt anthem arriving just in time for Valentine’s Day.

A portrait of a young women wearinga  black and white dress.
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South Africa’s First Black Nuclear Scientist, Senamile Masango, Dies at 37

Nicknamed the “Queen of Science,” Senamile Masango’s passing has come as a shock and a great loss to South Africa’s science community.

A young man with an afro, wearing a white tank top, lies on a bed holding a traditional Russian princess doll.
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'Between Nostalgia & Dreams:' Yusuf Ahmed’s Lens on Migration and Identity

Yusuf Ahmed’s latest exhibition captures the emotional weight of objects carried by African immigrants, exploring memory, migration and identity through photography.

Two Black female models dressed in yellow, Afro-centric clothing, stand together backstage. The model on the left has short hair while the model on the left has a big afr
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African Designers’ NYFW Breakthrough Highlights Deeper Industry Challenges

As African designers gain visibility at New York Fashion Week, the challenge remains: how can global recognition translate into lasting industry growth on the continent?

 President of Kenya William Ruto talks with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer during a Bi-Lateral meeting at United Nations on September 25, 2024 in New York, New York.
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Kenya Seeks New IMF Lending Program as Debt Burden Mounts

Kenya's finance minister confirms talks with the IMF for a new lending program amid surging debt-servicing costs, fiscal pressures and reduced foreign aid.

Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla at Durban Magistrate's Court on January 30, 2025 in Durban, South Africa.
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Jacob Zuma's Daughter Faces Terrorism Charges. What Does This Mean for South African Politics?

The case could set a legal precedent for social media incitement and reshape South Africa’s political landscape ahead of future elections.

 A man carries a cross during a funeral procession towards the ITIG Graveyard in Goma on February 4, 2025 where fresh graves have been dug to accomodate victims of the recent violence.
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Will M23’s Ceasefire Hold? Uncertainty Looms Over Eastern Congo

M23’s latest ceasefire in Eastern Congo follows intense fighting in Goma, raising concerns over its durability as regional leaders prepare for a crisis summit in Tanzania on Friday.

A black and white artistic portrait of a person with dark skin, eyes closed, and adorned with small white facial markings. White lines ripple around the person's head to make frequency-like waves around the person's head, creating a halo-like effect against the dark background.
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Nigerian Artist Praise Hassan Becomes a Finalist in the Inaugural Saltzman-Leibovitz Photography Prize

Mentored by Annie Leibovitz, this multidisciplinary artist uses photography as a powerful medium to chronicle emotional growth and personal transformation.