Africa Matters

Five-Year-Old Girl Born in Mauritius Prison Reunited with Family in South Africa

Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian A five-year-old girl, born in a prison in Mauritius, has been officially handed over to South African government officials after spending her early years living with her imprisoned mother. The mother, who has been incarcerated for drug trafficking since her arrest in 2019, has been awaiting trial. The South African Department of Social Development,…

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Lupita Nyong’o’s Podcast Brings Africa’s Stories to Life

By Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian Renowned actress Lupita Nyong’o is embarking on a new venture: a podcast that brings to light the richness and diversity of African life. Throughout her illustrious career, Nyong’o has vividly portrayed African characters, both real and fictional, earning her critical acclaim and a place in Hollywood history as the first Black African actress…

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