New Season, New Site, and Three Incredible Shows

Picture of 3 play program: Porgy & Bess, Paradise, and Gypsy

Hello hello, It’s been a little while, so first, thanks for your patience. I’ve been deep in planning mode and wanted to pop in to share a few updates about what’s new with Refracting Africa and what I’ve been up to personally. Let’s start with the big one: the website got a glow-up. If you’re […]

Documentary Reflection: Soundtrack to Coup d’État

Movie poster for the documentary *Reflection: Soundtrack to Coup d'État*, featuring two Black men and a Black woman wearing sunglasses seated in the back of a car.

Last week I watched Soundtrack to Coup d’État, a powerful documentary sponsored by Jazz and Justice Radio WPFW and the Friends of the Congo to celebrate International Jazz Day. My brother recommended it to me, and I’m really glad I took the time to see it. The film focuses on the rise and assassination of […]

Post-Show Reflections: DC Travel & Adventure Show

Refracting Africa booth at the DC Travel and Adventure Show, featuring promotional materials and cultural travel displays.

Two days after the DC Travel & Adventure Show, and I’m still feeling incredibly proud of what Refracting Africa accomplished. First, I want to thank my amazing friends Ebony Sims, Nancy Fru, and Tiffane Cochran for stepping up as volunteers at my booth. It would have been really tough to manage everything on my own, […]

Live Event: Travel and Adventure Show

Travel & Adventure Show logo in multicolored text.

Can you believe we’re already two months into 2025? Time is flying, and the countdown to my inaugural tour is officially on—just three months to go! Today also marks the last day of Black History Month, but in my opinion, Black history is everyday history. It’s not confined to 1 month! But I’ll step down […]

Interview on Build It Anyway Podcast

Self-portrait taken in a park in Virginia, with a natural outdoor background

I can’t believe January is almost over! We are officially five months from the first inaugural tour, and I am so excited to show you all Tanzania! If you join the mailing list, you are eligible for the 10% discount, so I encourage you to sign up and book ASAP to save your spot. I […]

Anza! (Start)

Refracting Africa logo with stylized map design and brand name in bold text

The day has arrived: the Refracting Africa website is officially live! I have been dreaming of this travel business venture for years, and realizing my dreams is exciting. But let me back up and explain what this company is about. Refracting Africa curates small group community-based tours that foster deep connections to the diverse cultures […]