Countless times throughout history, we’ve witnessed the human race uniting to topple barriers and move toward a common objective. With a continent and a world divided, we need that unity now, more than ever. Rise Up as One is proof that human beings are still capable of striving toward a singular goal. Rise Up…
Once you consider how being born at a precise moment when stars, planets, and the moon are in a particular alignment can influence your personality, you begin to understand the importance of astrological compatibility. The more you study astrology, the more important finding astrological compatibility becomes. You may wonder why it is that some…
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…
The Motion Picture Association of America puts out a report each year about movie attendance. Of particular interest in their most recent report is that the numbers show strong upward growth in African-American movie viewers. This fits into the overall trend of a more ethnically diverse movie audience. Caucasians now make up the smallest per…
African rock art, or petroglyphs, are cultural and historical treasures. Many of them are among the oldest human artworks on Earth. They provide a window in time, giving us a glimpse of the lives, worldviews, and even the climate of our distant ancestors. Some petroglyphs are straightforward depictions from prehistory, while others are deep mysteries.…
On May 29th, the Rwandan National Electoral Commission (NEC) made the unsettling announcement that it would oversee social media use by candidates in the upcoming election. This was widely perceived as a means of handicapping the opposition candidates. President Paul Kagame has handily won two prior elections, and analysts are giving him very high odds of…
In June of 2014, the tech climate in Nigeria shifted dramatically when The Rockefeller Foundation announced a $500,000 grant in favor of Paradigm Initiative Nigeria (PIN). PIN is an ongoing project headed by social entrepreneur Gbenga Sesan that strives to familiarize underprivileged Nigerian youth with future careers in Information and Communication Technologies (ICT). PIN’s Life…
