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The importance of telling our own stories (and changing African narratives)
Muloongo Muchelemba is a Zambian-born, UK-based entrepreneur and the founder of ONGOLO, a Pan-African advisory firm and media platform committed to redefining the African narrative.

The stories we bring back: how travel recharges us
Samm Avis is a marketer turned travel business owner. She leaned into her passion for visiting new places and planning bespoke experiences to set up

Surviving cancer
I met Jane (not her real name as she wanted to remain anonymous, which I’ll honour) through a friend and was touched by her story.

Marketing in Dubai: content creation and building meaningful connections
Sharon Missah is a media, communications and marketing expert based in Dubai with 16 years of experience leading efforts for international and regional firms across

Life as a Charity CEO
Christopher Muwanguzi is the CEO of Child’s i Foundation, a non-profit organisation committed to making sure that every child in Uganda, East Africa, and around

Inside Africa Fashion Week London 2024
Africa Fashion Week London (AFWL) is a two-day event held every October during UK Black History Month. Now in its 13th year, AFWL has become

How to transition careers – from corporate communications to small business ownership
Rupa Bharadva is a freelance copywriter, PR and communications expert. We used to work together. After 20 years in the corporate world, she started her

How to be a published author
Amelia Kyazze is a published author, photographer, editor and writing mentor. After an 18-year career working for humanitarian organisations, she set a new path for

30 best free views of London
There’s nothing like a great view to make you smile. In a city like London, you’re spoiled for choice. You don’t even need to break

50 things to make you smile
In a world that often feels driven by materialistic things and endless to-do lists, it’s easy to miss simple pleasures. So I thought I’d celebrate

Tips on trademarking a business and protecting your brand
Welcome to the era of entrepreneurship, where people are seizing opportunities to start their own businesses. Along this journey, a pivotal question pops up: Do

Sharing the benefits of a celery juice detox
People have long been asking if celery juice is good for detoxing. I spoke to a close friend about her recent celery juice detox experience.

The story of Sloafer: building a business against all odds
Sloafer is Lucy Herron’s shoe brand that she launched in 2018. The brand is a fresh and modern take that combines the style of a

Life at Google: what it’s like to work there
My behind the scenes interview of life at Google, if it’s a good company to work for and how to get a job there. It’s

A personal trainer answers your 10 most commonly asked questions
Kiri Quinn is a personal trainer at a Snap Fitness gym. She’s been one of the prominent trainers there for over four years. She works