Rachel Dolezal, the infamous Caucasian woman who portrayed herself as an African-American woman, now has a book deal for her memoirs entitled, In Full Color: Finding My Place in a Black and White World. From 2014 to 2015, Dolezal was the president of the NAACP’s chapter in Spokane, Washington. She was an outspoken civil…
Singer Mariah Carey’s high-profile engagement with Australian billionaire James Packer has ended dramatically, according to their representatives. And the drama hasn’t ended with their split. Carey is reportedly keeping the engagement ring, worth a whopping $10 million. Sources say she’s also demanding a $50 million settlement from her wealthy ex, including a lavish LA…
Whether systemic or personal attacks, the scourge of racism knows no societal or national boundaries. MC Soffia is a young Brazilian musical artist who has decided to take a stand against racism in her country. With racist views heavily circulating in Brazil, the fight this rapper is taking part in is not an easy…
Understanding the Repercussions of “Weinergate” The election to succeed President Barack Obama has been an unfortunate affair that has had more in common with reality television than with politics. As Republican Donald Trump and Democrat Hillary Clinton wait for American voters to cast their ballots, a maelstrom of scandals has swirled around both candidates. On…
Moonlight shines a spotlight on the life of a young African-American boy named Chiron and his tempestuous journey to adulthood. This independent film was written and directed by Barry Jenkins, who based it on a play by Tarell Alvin McCraney called In Moonlight Black Boys Look Blue. Ever since it premiered at the Telluride…
Now that Jacquiline Njoki Mathenge, Robin Pik Kipkoech, Robert Thuo Ndiritu, and Geoffrey Mwendwa Nzomo have returned to Kenya with their Master’s degrees from the International University of Japan (IUJ), they all plan on forging a connection between Kenyan companies and the Japanese private sector as they begin their careers. Armed with newly acquired…
Uncertainty is casting a shadow on the Motherland as football fans wonder how the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations will unfold. The stage has been set and the group stage matches have been drawn, but there are doubts about the host nation’s ability to provide African players and fans the security they deserve. The…
Sudanese doctors are taking a stand in protest against the deteriorating conditions and low wages at government-run hospitals. An independent doctors union known as the Central Committee of Sudanese Doctors (CCSD), said that only emergency cases would be seen by medics within government hospitals. Some privately-run hospitals are remaining open. What Happened? Approximately 95%…
Nigerian record producer, audio engineer, piano player, and recording artist Maleek Berry was born on August 11, 1987, in South London in the U.K. as Maleek Shoyebi. He grew up listening to such artists as Boyz II Men, Tevin Campbell, Michael Jackson, and Jodeci. He was also inspired by seeing other young performers breaking…
Huma Abedin was once a highly respected political influencer, acting as Clinton’s top aide with integrity, professionalism, and respect. However, due to her ongoing battle with her husband’s addiction to sexting other women, including underage girls, Huma Abedin has become a woman undone. The Start of Her Unraveling It all started in 2011…
The band Sauti Sol is not only a sensation at home in Kenya, but they have also slowly gained a global following. Sauti Sol started as an acapella group with vocalists Bien-Aimé Baraza, Willis Chimano, and Savara Mudigi. When guitarist Polycarp Otieno joined them, they became the band they are today with vocals, guitars, saxophone,…
In a shocking upset, Venus Williams has lost the Wimbledon Ladies’ finals to Garbiñe Muguruza Blanco. Sports journalists have piled on to analyze the loss, to such an extent that Muguruza’s win is treated almost as an afterthought. Notably, Muguruza has not only won the 2017 Wimbledon Rosewater Dish, she is also the first player…
With attendance records and a classic showdown between Kenya and Ethiopia in the middle and long distance events, the final Under 18 World Championships of the International Association of Athletics Federation came to an end at Kasarani Stadium in Nairobi. This was the last U18 World Championships event for the IAAF, which is moving to…
The Russia scandal that has been threatening to envelop the Trump presidency since his inauguration now appears on the verge of turning into a full-blown crisis after more details have emerged about the meeting between Donald Trump Jr. and a Russian lawyer last summer. After continually decrying the investigation into possible collusion between Russia and…
