The Neem Foundation program focuses on helping the former captives of Boko Haram. This terrorist group, widely known for its mass kidnappings—most sensationally the 2014 kidnapping of over 200 Nigerian school girls—uses various violent means to fuel its terrorist organizations, as well as spread its zealous ideology. Some kidnapped girls have even been forced…
Ever since the fall of Muammar al-Qaddafi, the former Libya strongman who was toppled and killed during the Arab Spring uprisings a few years ago, the North African nation has suffered deep political instability and chaos. One of the most harrowing issues plaguing Libya has been the arrival of the Islamic State terrorist organization, often…
Las Cafeteras is a six-piece Chicano band known for their electric performances that feature a genre-blending mix of musical styles, spoken word, and dance. They are storytellers above all else, and they often use their music as a way to share timely messages on social and political issues. The band’s website says that they “use music as…
Two thirds of the 11th Parliament of Kenya could soon be comprised of women thanks to a push by President Uhuru Kenyatta.The Gender Bill that would mandate a female legislative majority in the Kenyan Parliament is heeding a constitutional resolution. President Kenyatta feels that the time has come to implement what the Constitution mandates; that…
Ghanaian hip-hop artist and rapper Sardokie will be tying the knot with longtime girlfriend Tracy Sarkcess this summer. The couple has been together for over a decade and welcomed their first child in 2016. After years of speculation about whether and when they would tie the knot, one of Ghana’s favorite couples will finally wed…
In the early 21st century, Finland became known as the most revolutionary nation in terms of mobile adoption and integration into daily life. The home of electronics giant Nokia became the first country to implement mobile functions such as SMS banking, wireless payment of parking meters, access to government information, and other important public services…
When it comes to the beautifully bright and happy designs of Kahindo Mateene, the buyer is getting a double dose of cultural aesthetics in both American and Congolese. The results are sophisticated clothing with amazing details that flatter the feminine curves of all women. Modahnik is the name of Ms. Mateene’s brand, and her…
Lebron James is one of the world’s most influential athletes, known for his iconic look and effortless free throws. Now, the basketball superstar is taking his fame and fortune to the next level. Born and raised in Akron, Ohio, James has committed to helping at-risk children rise above their circumstances by opening his…
An Indian ship sailing from Dubai to northern Somalia has been hijacked while operating in the Gulf of Aden. According to a newswire published by Reuters, the ship was seized along with her crew of 11 sailors. This hijacking is the third incident in the last few weeks involving piracy, a threat that maritime security forces…
The Easter holiday has profound meaning in the Christian faith for it represents the mystery of the Resurrection, a great symbol of hope that the Savior will one day return to unite humanity and make everything holy for eternity. Although news headlines closely follow Easter celebrations conducted by the Roman Catholic Church, it is important…
The human biological processes that occur in a period of 24 hours are known as circadian rhythms; they are driven by internal clocks that are mammalian in nature but at the same time very susceptible to a host of external factors that range from physical to environmental and from cultural to socioeconomic. The collective study…
The Most Influential People of African Descent (MIPAD), is an organization related to the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent. The decade was set aside by the UN to promote the contribution of Africans in the world and also to strengthen international protection of human rights for the people of African…
Personal transportation service Uber, the poster child company of the global “gig economy,” has achieved many milestones on the African continent over the last four years, but not without significant controversy and disputes. From its corporate offices in San Francisco, Uber has established operations in eight African countries and acquired nearly two million active users…
At least 59 people were killed and over 500 more injured when a lone shooter opened fire on a crowd at a concert in Las Vegas Sunday night. Country star Jason Aldean was singing to a large outdoor crowd at the final concert of the 3-day Route 91 Harvest Festival when shots began to ring…
