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Nigeria Poised to Reclaim Position as Africa’s Largest Economy
Nigeria will once again be Africa’s largest economy by the end of the year, overtaking South Africa for the top spot, according to a new report by the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Despite the...
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Africa Rising: Uncovering the Myth Behind Africa’s Progress
The narrative surrounding Africa has shifted dramatically during the past few decades. Once considered the “dark continent” due to its history of poverty, disease, and warfare, the...
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Kenyan Girls Develop Apps To Address Societal Issues
A team of Kenyan high school girls has developed an app that helps travelers book their bus tickets remotely without having to stand in long queues at the bus terminal. Speaking to BBC, 16-year-old...
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Detroit Grandmother Makes Statement with BLM-Themed Halloween Display
With Halloween quickly approaching, one grandmother in Detroit, Michigan is decorating her home with props and imagery inspired by real-life horrors experienced by black people in America. According to...
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Hurricane Matthew Leaves More than 100 Dead in Haiti
The death toll in Haiti has risen to 108 people, as the devastating effects of Hurricane Matthew continue to be felt across the region, BBC reports. At least 50 people have died in the southern town...
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The Inspirational Story of Nigeria’s First Female Mechanic and Her Mission to Help Save African Girls
Nigeria’s first lady mechanic, Sandra Aguebor, has been fixing cars for 32 years and has been running her own garage for 22 years, effectively challenging stereotypes that limit women and minority...