Sahle-Work Zewde: Moving Towards Gender Equality in Ethiopia
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Theranos Blood-Testing Implosion: What’s Next for Elizabeth Holmes?
Elizabeth Holmes was poised to be a leading giant in the tech industry, successfully running her nine billion dollar company, Theranos. That all came crashing down, however, when the company was investigated for their “testing” accuracy. Holmes claimed to be able to test for over 70 different markers in a single drop of blood,…
Women’s Boxing Gains Momentum in Africa
When people think of boxing, most imagine two hardened and sculpted men dancing about the ring, trading blows with one another until their faces bleed, their bodies tire out, and eventually one wins by either knockout or a decision call. However, the boxing arena is seeing a major shift in dynamics and today it’s all…
Breakout Artist: Shani Crowe
2016 is continuing to be a banner year for art across the African diaspora. Many artists from all over the world are using their projects, social media, and more to share their culture, images, and stories. Enter Shani Crowe. Shani Crowe bridges interdisciplinary modes of art such as fashion, film, and photography to bring…
Opening Night at the Olympics: Partying Rio-Style
Maracana Stadium was the setting of this year’s Olympic Games opening ceremony. After a brief introduction to the life, culture, music and city that is Rio, the ceremony continued with colorful costumes and Brazilian beats. With a party planned that only Rio could pull off, the opening message was to show not only what is…
