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African architecture

Some spaces feel easy the moment you step into them. They’re not styled to impress, not packed with things for the sake of ...
The New York Times

Saving Praise Houses Before Their African Lineage Is Forgotten

The Gullah Geechee fight to preserve the tiny structures, a cradle of the Black church, before they’re erased by sprawl, climate change and fading memories. Mary Rivers Legree at the Coffin Point ...
The News Journal

African American funeral homes: essential throughout history and today

African American funeral service providers have long been central fixtures in the communities they serve. There, the funeral home represents more than just a place to hold viewings and coordinate ...
CNN

A group of former university students in Africa are creating an energy-efficient home inspired by traditional architecture

A portable, energy-efficient home that was originally built for a competition may be available on the market soon in Africa. The design was created by team Jua Jamii, a group of 40 former university ...

Ghana to host 2026 Africa Real Estate Festival, bridging investment, policy, and culture

The Africa Real Estate Festival (AREF) is set to return in 2026 with an ambitious vision to redefine urban living across the ...