Category: Architecture
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Historic California Village of Campo Is Back on the Market for $5.995 Million
CAMPO, CALIFORNIA — An unusual real-estate opportunity is attracting attention in San Diego County: much of the historic village of Campo, California, is currently being offered for sale for $5.995 million. The property, marketed as “The Village of Campo,” encompasses approximately 15.75 acres across three parcels, with roughly 95,000 square feet of existing buildings. The…
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🇿🇦 Nkandla Architect Ordered to Repay R147 Million to South African Treasury Over Unlawful Upgrades
By Panafrican.email News Desk A South African Special Tribunal has ordered architect and former Nkandla project principal agent Minenhle Makhanya to repay more than R147.2 million to the National Treasury over losses linked to the controversial upgrades at former President Jacob Zuma’s private residence in Nkandla, KwaZulu-Natal. The judgment, delivered on 26 August 2026, followed…
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🇺🇸 Arlington Says Goodbye to Sheraton as Construction Begins on Americana by Loews Hotel
ARLINGTON, TEXAS — A major transformation is underway in Arlington as the city officially marked the end of an era for the Sheraton Arlington Hotel and the beginning of a new chapter in its hospitality and tourism industry. Loews Hotels recently hosted a ceremonial “ground-shaking” event to officially launch construction of Americana by Loews Hotels…
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🇿🇦 Barrydale: South Africa’s small town becoming an artists’ haven
Nestled on the edge of South Africa’s Karoo semi-desert, the small town of Barrydale is drawing a growing community of artists, attracted by its dramatic landscapes, peaceful atmosphere and distinctive character. With mountains, open skies and wide expanses of countryside, residents say the town offers artists something increasingly rare: space to slow down, experiment and…
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🇬🇳 Could Guinea’s Ambition for a Museum of the Book Transform West Africa’s Literary Heritage?
By Pan-African News Desk Guinea is embarking on one of its most ambitious cultural infrastructure programs in decades, with the rehabilitation and expansion of the National Museum in Conakry serving as a cornerstone of the country’s effort to preserve its history and strengthen its cultural economy. The initiative has also sparked discussions within literary and…
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🇫🇷 Mont Saint-Michel, Bretagne, France
A small rocky island converted into an island fortress on the northwest coast of France. #historical_architecture
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🇪🇬 Egypt: Luxor festival sees Tahtib take centre stage
At a cultural festival in the Egyptian city of Luxor last week, the spotlight was primarily on tahtib, which is part sport, part traditional dance. With its moves drawn from a martial art, tahtib has its origins back in ancient Egypt, as the director of the festival’s opening ceremony explained. “Many tahtib players are participating…
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🇳🇦 Sam Nujoma: The Architect of Namibian Freedom
Sam Nujoma, the founding father of Namibia, passed away at 95, leaving behind a legacy of resilience and leadership. Known as the Father of the Nation, Nujoma led the South West Africa People’s Organization (SWAPO) in a decades-long struggle against South African apartheid rule. His tireless efforts culminated in Namibia’s independence in 1990, marking a…
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Iconic African Monument Design in North Korea: An Unusual Architectural Partnership
At first glance, Africa and North Korea seem to have little in common. They differ in geography, political systems, culture, and history. Yet one of the most intriguing connections between them can be found in the monumental statues, memorials, and public squares that stand across several African countries. Behind many of these imposing landmarks is…
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The staggering, Sad Effect that COVID Lockdowns Had on Relationships
To understand the new smart watched and other pro devices of recent focus, we should look to Silicon Valley and the quantified movement of the latest generation. Apple’s Watch records exercise, tracks our moves throughout the day, assesses the amount of time we are stood up and reminds us to get up and move around…