In late August 2017, South African Minister of Health Dr. Aaron Motsoaledi made an official visit to Zimbabwe to deliver a speech no one was anticipating. Dr. Motsoaledi took critical aim at the political leaders of Angola, Nigeria and even Zimbabwe for their “medical tourism.” The South African health official was referring to the trips…
The human biological processes that occur in a period of 24 hours are known as circadian rhythms; they are driven by internal clocks that are mammalian in nature but at the same time very susceptible to a host of external factors that range from physical to environmental and from cultural to socioeconomic. The collective study…
New York has Africans from all over the diaspora, and its cuisine is a wonderful reflection of that diversity. This October, those cuisines will be showcased at the annual New York African Restaurant Week (NYARW). Despite the name, the event will actually last much longer than just one week, spanning from October 1-22. That’s lucky…
With an inspirational speech delivered by Prince Henry of Wales, more commonly known as Prince Harry, the 2017 edition of the Invictus Games kicked off in Toronto after a ceremony that attracted considerable media attention. The Invictus Games is an international sporting competition that brings together military veterans whose lives have been affected by injuries…
Nigeria has introduced sex education in schools. In spite of the different views or opinions when it comes to addressing sex education in the syllabus, modern day issues have constructively pushed for its inclusion in the school system. The proposal to introduce sex education to Nigerian school systems is a sign of the demise…
Nigeria has introduced sex education in schools. In spite of the different views or opinions when it comes to addressing sex education in the syllabus, modern day issues have constructively pushed for its inclusion in the school system. The proposal to introduce sex education to Nigerian school systems is a sign of the demise…
Work it, girl! The runways were graced with gorgeous African-American models at New York Fashion Week this year. One of the industry’s freshest faces is Blésnya Minher. The lovely 19 year old captured her special catwalk moments on her Instagram page. Minher was discovered through an open casting call in Angola. She walked for Calvin Klein as her star is just beginning…
The gorgeous Rihanna has been gracing headlines following the launch of her makeup line, Fenty Beauty. Riri’s Fenty Beauty allows women to achieve glowing skin just like the talented musician. In partnership with Kendo Brands, an established beauty developer, Fenty Beauty dropped last week in 17 countries and is being sold in over 1,600 retailers worldwide. Being…
Floyd Mayweather Resumes Retirement With Victory Over MMA Fighter Conor McGregor One of the most anticipated matches in the history of professional boxing culminated as most fans, analysts, and bettors expected. The controversial and undefeated Floyd Mayweather came out of retirement to score his 50th victory against a mixed martial arts fighter who surprised the world…
Floyd Mayweather Resumes Retirement With Victory Over MMA Fighter Conor McGregor One of the most anticipated matches in the history of professional boxing culminated as most fans, analysts, and bettors expected. The controversial and undefeated Floyd Mayweather came out of retirement to score his 50th victory against a mixed martial arts fighter who surprised the world…
