A WOMAN’S WAR TO SAVE THE CHEETAHS
BY PROFESSOR JEFFREY FADIMAN “Lente?” Her mother’s voice was soft. “Wake up! Would you like to be a mama. . .to a cheetah baby?” Lente Schuermann, South Africa born, was … Read More
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Ivorian peace activist Gouza Nahounou brings together 3000 disadvantaged Ivorian children
BY PETER SESAY Despite the passage of time and the government’s efforts to bring about healing, Cote d’Ivoire is still hurting from the wounds of the violent rebellion of 2002 … Read More
Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy to Africa
BY LOU SIFA January 20 is Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, a national holiday in the United States to celebrate the memory of the iconic civil rights leader who was … Read More
Trump shamefully rolls back Michelle Obama’s much-praised school lunch program
BY SOUMANOU SALIFOU It’s no secret that Donald Trump is a fundamentally racist man. The facts speak for themselves and there is no need to list them here, other than … Read More
Why Martin Luther King’s anti-racism crusade needs to be renewed
BY JULIUS A. AMIN Reverend Martin Luther King Jr. was 39 years old when he was assassinated. Schools, streets and children are named in his honour in Africa. In America, he … Read More
Former entertainer Akon creates own city in Senegal
BY KOSSI GBEDIGA Over the years, Akon was known as a Grammy-nominated mega entertainer, then a philanthropist in love with his roots, Africa. Now he is the owner of a … Read More
Ivorian President Ouattara’s plans to modify the constitution scrutinized
BY SOUMANOU SALIFOU The announcement two days ago by Ivorian President Alassane Ouattara of his plan to modify the constitution raises questions about his intention just a shy ten months … Read More
Why millions chose Africa as their safari destination
BY MARCO SHOLTZ More than 30 million tourists visit Africa every year. Over half of the international arrivals are for business purposes, and may partake in tourist activities as well, while 15% … Read More
Why very few women go into politics in Mauritius
BY RAMOLA RAMTOHUL Mauritius is an island that is famed for its beautiful beaches and for its reputation as an “African success story”. Since its independence from the UK in … Read More
The exception: behind Senegal’s history of stability
BY MARA LEICHTMAN Senegal’s elections have been peaceful and the incumbent president, Macky Sall, has been reelected. For many this comes as no surprise. Senegal has long been a stable democracy … Read More