Chizzy Akudolu We all know how important it is to keep healthy – both in body and mind – but with so much going on in our daily lives it can feel like a challenge we just don’t have time for. It doesn’t need to feel like a mountain to climb, though. The NHS has launched a new online ‘Healthy Choices Quiz’ to help with that first little step on your way to feeling healthier and happier. The Quiz is free, it’s easy and it’s quick to do. Chizzy Akudolu is well-known for quiz sho

Although millions of people already have and use eVisas, (including everyone granted status under the EU Settlement Scheme), people who currently use physical immigration documents to prove their status and rights in the UK, are being urged to take action to access their eVisa.

Yearly turning its largest city and capital Praia, into a hot spot of vibrant transatlantic cultural exchanges, the Atlantic music expo as become the go-to event for trans Atlantic networking, exchanges, insight, and music, bringing together music professionals, artists and more from Cabo Verde, across Africa, America and beyond.

Did you know that just 10 minutes of movement can make you feel good by boosting your energy, sleep, confidence, and mood? Sometimes the best conversations happen while walking side by side. Join Stephanie from Ladies Lounge TV show and her friend Folashade, as they stroll through the park, sharing how simple movement brings calm, joy, and connection. ✨ 👉 How does walking or any everyday movement make you feel? Comment down below... Search “This Girl Can” to learn more.

Watch Sakeena from the Ladies Lounge TV Show step into an Afro-Beats dance class full of energy, laughter, and rhythm. From powerful moves to joyful smiles, every beat tells a story of strength and freedom. Starting with just 10 minutes of movement can make you feel good by boosting your energy, confidence, and mood. Hear from amazing women who share how dance makes them feel confident, fearless, alive! Now it’s YOUR turn! How does movement make you feel?

Pedro became Cabo Verde's youngest government member, serving as Secretary of State for Innovation & TVET. He conceived the Prime Minister's Youth Council and "Cabo Verde Digital," revolutionizing the country's digital landscape

Awaab's Law represents landmark legislation introduced to protect social housing tenants from dangerous living conditions. Named in memory of two-year-old Awaab Ishak who tragically died following prolonged exposure to damp and mould in his Rochdale home in December 2020, this law will force social landlords to investigate and fix hazardous conditions within strict timeframes. Barrister Christian Weaver who represented Awaab Ishak’s family during the inquest that changed hous

Rescued schoolchildren from St. Mary's School arrive at the Niger State Government House after being freed from captivity following their abduction by gunmen, in Minna, Nigeria, December 8, 2025. Multiple parents have been reunited with their children, who were kidnapped from their boarding school in Nigeria.  More than 300 students were abducted by gunmen from St Mary’s Catholic School in Papiri last month. Around 100 were freed on Monday, with 50 having escaped soon after

Funding from the African Development Fund will help accelerate the opening up of the interior of Burkina Faso, a landlocked country in the Sahel region The Board of Directors of the African Development Fund approved a €70.34 million loan to Burkina Faso to finance the Transport Sector Support Project in Abidjan on 10 December 2025. This financing from the African Development Bank Group's concessional window aims to accelerate the opening up of the interior of the country and

New rules will protect tenants and force social landlords to urgently fix dangerous homes.  Emergency hazards to be addressed within 24 hours under landmark changes. Reforms are a legacy to two-year-old Awaab Ishak who tragically died from prolonged exposure to mould.  Millions of tenants across the country will benefit from safer homes thanks to new rules coming into force on Monday 27 October.  The first phase of Awaab’s Law will force social landlords to take urgent action

Sport England’s groundbreaking This Girl Can launches today with a powerful new campaign, We Like the Way You Move , redefining what women getting active looks like and championing under-represented groups, including Black women. Thirteen street-cast women from across England take centre stage in the TV advert, shown moving in ways that reflect their real lives – from family bike rides, dancing in the kitchen and pregnancy yoga, to wheelchair rugby, boxing and walking footbal

Attend Your Breast Screening Appointment, It Could Save Your Life We are more than just individuals—we are a powerful community of mothers, daughters, sisters, and friends, intertwined in a shared journey of life. In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, it's easy to forget the importance of prioritising our health. But together, we can stand strong, support one another, and put our health first.  Breast cancer is one of the most common types of cancer in the UK, and the

In the first five years, while children's physical growth is evident, their brain development remains relatively unknown to most parents, but did you know, 90% of brain growth happens by the age of 5, when most children have recently started school.   Full episode airs Saturday, March 15th on VoxAfrica Freeview 271. Or Catch up same time via the VoxAfrica YouTube channel  Research from Start for Life, which is an early years communications programme that provides trusted NHS

In support of the UK Government raising awareness of Honour-Based Abuse, the ladies are joined by guests: Gamilla, a survivor of Forced Marriage and Virginity Testing, Liz Kingsley, Director of non-profit organisation Safe Arms, and Simphiwe Sesane; Contraception and Sexual Health Nurse Consultant This also supports the UN’s 16 Days of Activism, a global campaign to raise awareness and inspire action to eliminate violence against women and girls. If you, or anyone you know ha

Community organisations and immigration experts support the UK government’s campaign to advise people about the change from physical immigration documents to an eVisa, an online record of a person’s UK immigration status.   The latest Home Office statistics show that over three million people have now made the switch from using physical immigration documents to an eVisa.   The transition will be a more convenient and secure way for UK visa holders to show their immigration st

Mother of one and Head of Global Sales, Dionne 58, survived a stroke in July 2024 The first sign of a stroke might not seem like much – you could be struggling to smile (Face), you might not be able to raise your arm (Arm) or slurring when you speak (Speech). Just one symptom could mean a stroke, and it could come on very suddenly. Even if it doesn't seem like it, any sign of a stroke is always an emergency. But do you have the knowledge you need to detect a possible stroke,

In today's interconnected world, the African diaspora plays a significant role in bridging cultures across continents. One UK-based agency, known for its expertise in connecting diverse audiences, is VXA. Founded in November 2023, VXA has quickly established itself as a leading independent advertising and production agency, specializing in reaching and engaging with the African diaspora. Through a variety of services such as video production, public relations, media planning

Are you looking to take your advertising strategies to the next level? Look no further than VXA, a leading independent advertising and production agency based in the UK. Specializing in engaging the African Diaspora with brands through innovative online and on-air campaigns, VXA is your go-to partner for all things creative and strategic. Since their inception in November 2023, VXA has been committed to providing top-tier services to clients looking to make a splash in the ma

In today's competitive market, establishing a strong brand presence is crucial for any business looking to attract and retain customers. VXA has developed top-tier marketing strategies to help maximize brand exposure for their clients. One of the key strategies employed by VXA is video production. With the rise of digital platforms and social media, video content has become a powerful tool for engaging audiences and increasing brand awareness. By creating high-quality and vis