South Africa

Barack Obama. Black man in tan suit in profile
Kenrya Rankin  Jul 17, 2018 8:25AM EDT

LIVESTREAM: Barack Obama Gives Speech on Legacy of Nelson Mandela

The former president is live from Johannesburg, South Africa to commemorate what would be Mandela’s 100th birthday.
catherine lizette gonzalez  Apr 2, 2018 4:39PM EDT

Anti-Apartheid Activist Winnie Madikizela-Mandela Dies at Age 81

A leader in the fight against South African apartheid, she died surrounded by family members in Johannesburg.
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Akiba Solomon  Jan 23, 2018 11:23AM EST

For a Conscious Black Child of the '80s, Hugh Masekela Brought Lightness to the Heavy Anti-Apartheid Movement

Being a kid during the anti-apartheid movement meant learning, in real time, that the oppression of Black people was global. Akiba Solomon gives thanks for the joy and lightness that the father of South African jazz brought to an intense international struggle. 
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Sameer Rao  Feb 1, 2017 10:55AM EST

BET's 'Madiba' Brings Nelson Mandela's Anti-Apartheid Struggle to the Small Screen

The biopic miniseries premieres tonight and stars Laurence Fishburne as the African National Congress leader.
Black man with black hat and white t-shirt smiles against background of hands and cameras and grey wall
Sameer Rao  Nov 23, 2016 2:35PM EST

5 Songs to Celebrate Yasiin Bey Before He Retires

The artist formerly known as Mos Def confirmed his retirement with the announcement of several farewell shows.
Kenrya Rankin  Apr 19, 2016 11:08AM EDT

This Infographic Shows How the U.S. Compares to Other Countries in Incarcerating People of Color

For its “Black Lives Matter Everywhere” issue, World Policy Journal takes readers behind the razor wire to see who is being imprisoned around the world.
Sameer Rao  Jan 20, 2016 4:09PM EST

Yasiin Bey Announces Retirement, Details Treatment in South Africa in 10-Minute Message on Kanye West's Website

The artist formerly known as Mos Def also announced an upcoming album and detailed aspects of his recent arrest.
Sameer Rao  Jan 20, 2016 11:14AM EST

Array Films 'Out of My Hand' and 'Ayanda' Now Available on Netflix

Both films were released through Ava DuVernay’s distribution network.
Sameer Rao  Jan 4, 2016 2:06PM EST

UPDATE: Beyoncé is Not Making 'Hottentot Venus' Film

A rep for the singer and actress asserted that she would not star as Saartjie Baartman, whose fetishized body was displayed on stages across Europe in the 1800s.
Sameer Rao  Jul 28, 2015 4:11PM EDT

ICYMI: This 2-Year-Old DJ Could Crush at Your Local Club

Check out this video of the 2-year-old DJ you should keep your eye on. 
Jamilah King  Mar 13, 2014 1:02PM EDT

Yasiin Bey, aka Mos Def, Talks About His Move to South Africa

The entire interview is the artist at his most thoughtful.
Jamilah King  Oct 29, 2013 4:19PM EDT

Expect South African 'Kwaito' House Music on Little Dragon's Next Album

The band shared a playlist of what’s inspiring their new album that’s due out next spring.
Jamilah King  Jul 18, 2013 11:03AM EDT

Will Hollywood Tell Nelson Mandela's Story Without a White Co-Pilot?

Today’s his birthday.
Jorge Rivas  Jul 26, 2012 12:45PM EDT

Caster Semenya To Carry South Africa's Flag In Olympic Ceremony

Caster Semenya will carry South Africa’s flag at the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympics.
Michelle Chen  Sep 16, 2011 9:19AM EDT

Political Power Struggle Overshadows South Africa's Broken Promise

The African National Congress’ political inheritance is all but spent. Now, a new generation of activists must forge their own struggle.
Hatty Lee  Sep 14, 2011 9:59AM EDT

The Legacy of Steve Biko's Fight Against South African Apartheid

We take a look at how his activism inspired a movement.
Naima Ramos-Chapman  Jul 6, 2010 5:13PM EDT

Caster Semenya is Woman Enough for the IAAF, After All

IAAF says South African runner Caster Semenya can compete as a female, but it’ll continue its bizarre gender “tests.”