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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…
First Lady Michelle Obama’s Final White House Address
An Emotional And Inspiring Farewell First Lady Michelle Obama on Friday, January 6th, 2017 delivered her final address in the White House. She spoke to a national audience of school guidance counselors at an annual event. The Harvard Law School-trained FLOTUS, an accomplished attorney in her own right, has played an important role in…
