Ethiopia has a rich food heritage. Tef, the smallest grain in agriculture, is used to make the traditional injera pancake, which is central to most meals and an important ingredient in the family unit.

Many of us associate dreadlocks with Bob Marley, Whoopi Goldberg, Lenny Kravitz, Korn, Lennox Lewis, Johnny Depp in Pirates of the Caribbean and many more. In recent years there has been a rise in the popularity of dreadlocks in Africa which brings modern times in line with ancient history.

Folorunsho Alakija is an inspiration to women around the world. A business woman and philanthropist, she is believed to be worth an estimated $7.3bn (2014), surpassing Oprah Winfrey’s wealth in 2013.

HIV/Aids has had a devastating impact on Africa, but there are signs of a reduction in the proportion of people infected, but changes in behavior is still needed to make a real impact to the numbers of those with the virus.

Traditionally the Mundari use their cattle in every aspect of their lives. The rains keep their cattle healthy and ensure their culture remains isolated from modern life.

The Ovambo people from Northern Namibia and Southern Angola have for centuries told stories to explain how and why nature behaves the way it does. This is the story of Thunder and Lightning.