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Tasty and Spicy: Intriguing Cuisine from Ghana
Ghana is a West African country that became independent in 1957 but has maintained a rich cultural heritage. Ghana is known as one of the most culturally diverse countries in all of Africa, and that is reflected in its cuisine. Typical food staples in Ghana include Yams, rice, and beans, but sweet potato…
Domestic Violence: Are Kenyan Women Finally Able to get Due Process?
Women in Kenya have had a notoriously difficult time making any progress in the laws that handle domestic violence claims. This is largely a cultural phenomenon where it has, in the past, been considered socially acceptable to “handle” your wife. Under these circumstances Kenyan women have found it difficult to get the fair…
Modern-Day Child Brides in Africa
It’s difficult to believe that in the 21st century, the child-bride phenomenon still exists around the globe. So far, 33 African countries have set the minimum age of marriage to 18 in an effort to protect both boys and girls from the archaic practice. Several countries have even set the minimum age above…
A Trump Presidency: what should Africa expect?
Republican Presidential frontrunner Donald Trump, the billionaire real estate developer and reality television star has stirred controversy with some of his proposals, most notably his differences with his own party regarding foreign policy and military intervention. While several inflammatory quotes have been tied to Mr. Trump, rumors of his contempt for the African people,…
