Queen of Katwe is a new 2016 biographical drama produced by ESPN Films and Walt Disney Pictures. The motion picture was directed by Mira Nair (Monsoon Wedding) with the screenplay by William Wheeler. It is an adaptation of a 2012 book authored by Tim Crothers entitled, The Queen of Katwe: A Story of Life,…
The United Nations has entered the discussion on the issue of drug-resistant diseases, which are believed responsible for hundreds of thousands of deaths every year. Secretary General Ban Ki-moon in fact referred to antimicrobial resistance as a “fundamental threat” to global health at a recent UN General Assembly meeting. Officials at the recent meeting…
Female boxing has gained serious momentum over recent years and one of the biggest rising stars hails from Zambia. Catherine Phiri debuted in the ring on July 25, 2011, defeating fellow Zambian fighter Esther Chalwe. Five years later, Phiri would make history after dethroning current Mexican champion Yazmin Rivas. Phiri became the first Zambian female…
Mark Zuckerberg was set to provide millions of people with free internet access in Africa. Internet.org was poised to help those without internet service finally connect to the world. The project, aimed at working to “connect two-thirds of the world that don’t have internet access,” offers a platform for businesses and internet providers to join…
After 14 years playing for the Ivory Coast, Yaya Toure has decided he has played his last game of international football. Widely regarded as the greatest footballer to ever come out of Africa, Toure debuted for his national squad in 2004 and went on to appear in 113 international matches for the Elephants. Throughout…
Hedgehogs are becoming the newest pet! These cute, prickly, and exotic creatures are becoming all the rave in households. So what do you need to know when considering a hedgehog as a pet? Types of Hedgehogs There are four common domesticated species when it comes to these furry friends. Species: Atelerix albiventris – hybrids…
Anthony Weiner, otherwise known by his online name, Carlos Danger, has found himself in hot water once again. Not the second time for a texting scandal, oh no, not even the third. Apparently, Mr. Weiner can’t keep his wiener to himself. This time he is accused of sexting with a 15-year-old girl in his fourth…
The gloves are about to come off as both candidates step onto the podium and try to win over America. The first of several highly anticipated debates kicked off on Monday September 26th, 2016. Will Trump be able to go a full 90 minutes without making a statement that causes outrage? Will Clinton be able…
I Have a Name Gives a Face to South African People In South Africa, divisions based on race, class, and gender have been common throughout its history. Although apartheid officially lasted between 1948 and 1976, social divisions continue to exist today and dictate how people behave towards one another. It also leads to some individuals…
Namola is an integrated phone app that alerts South African police of crime activity via mounted smart phones. South Africa has attempted to implement several crime-fighting apps over recent years, including apps like OurHood and Spottm. But Namola is the first of its kind to directly integrate with police authorities, making it a real-time dispatch…
