Sahle-Work Zewde: Moving Towards Gender Equality in Ethiopia
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Violent Protests Blemish the Re-election of Ali Bongo in Gabon
In late August, violent clashes in the capital city of Gabon left at least three people dead and a burning National Assembly. The violence was prompted by the re-election of incumbent President Ali Bongo Ondimba, which marks the continuation of a dynasty that has been in power for five decades. For the Gabonese…
The Devastating Effects of Online Trolls and Cyberbullying
Everyone knows that kids can be mean, but with modern technology this phenomenon has escalated to new heights. Damaging young impressionable minds, causing severe depression–and in some cases, even suicide–online trolling and bullying has become a serious issue across the globe. Stories are shared of kids in Japan taking their own lives; young…
Humorous #IfAfricaWasASchool Tweets Grabbing Positive Attention Worldwide
What started as a simple hashtag has spread to all four corners of the globe. Created and popularized by African nationals, #IfAfricaWasASchool pokes fun at different countries and cultures by re-imagining them as high school stereotypes. Some countries are the jocks, for example, while others are the nerds or band geeks. “#IfAfricaWasASchool Ivory Coast…
Drake and Rihanna’s Love Affair
Sunday night’s VMA Awards was more than just music, and the Drake/Rihanna buzz continued to fly when the two shared a very public moment of affection. But does this most recent PDA actually confirm the two are an official “item”? USA today reported that for several days after the music awards show, the…
