Sahle-Work Zewde: Moving Towards Gender Equality in Ethiopia
Entertainment
Fave Stars and Films Win Big at the Golden Globes
Golden Globes ‘Not So White’ If the Oscars are #oscarssowhite, then the 2017 Golden Globes were a positive example of the entertainment industry’s ability to celebrate and acknowledge diversity. The evening got off to a rocky start with Jimmy Fallon’s monologue losing its teleprompter and then falling flat. However, unless the Golden Globes host spits…
Must-Read African Authors Longlisted for PEN America’s 2017 Literary Awards
In the longlist for its prestigious 2017 Literary Awards, PEN America has recognized literature representing the African continent as critical to the cultural aesthetic. From debut novelists to emerging mid-career writers to an established young voice of our times, these six African authors should be on everyone’s reading lists now. One of the most…
iCivil Africa: Registering Births and Building New Lives
Imagine walking into a bank to open an account. You need this account to start a business. The friendly banker welcomes you with a warm smile and helps you choose the perfect account for your startup. Now he asks for your ID. Unsure about what to present them, suddenly you realize that you never…
Hillary for Mayor of New York City? Say it Ain’t So!
Rumor has it that Hillary Clinton has decided to hang up her hat for the White House and focus on a more local mission: New York City Mayor. That’s right—chatter is buzzing that Clinton may in fact be interested in taking on the Big Apple. What began as a bit of mischief by right-wing publications…
