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7 phrases that you thought were American but actually come from Africa
We often utter words or phrases without really thinking about the origin of those words. It may be something we heard growing up in our homes or neighborhoods, something we’ve heard or seen on social...
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Mental health, emotional intelligence and how it all ties into a successful life
Today marks World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD). The objective for this day of awareness is to provide worldwide commitment and action to prevent suicides. The need to mask deep-rooted pain by adapting...
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Genetically engineered mosquitoes on the loose in Burkina Faso to wipe out malaria
Last Wednesday, it was announced that the government of Burkina Faso greenlighted the release of genetically engineered mosquitoes into Burkinabe village, Bana in Burkina Faso later this month. The program...
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7 popular black figures who have changed their names for political or artistic reasons
Some say your name defines your personality and characteristics. For others, it’s just an identifier bestowed to them by their guardians or parents. Some choose to change their names as part...
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Boston King, the ex-American slave and first black missionary who helped establish Freetown, Sierra Leone
Boston King was a former slave, first Methodist missionary to African indigenous people and Black Loyalist. He obtained his freedom from the British and later on, assisted in establishing the town of Freetown,...
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4 key African conflicts that have gone under-reported in mainstream media
There are disputes and challenges in every corner of the world. Some gain wide-spread attention while others are the common knowledge of those directly affected. Africa, which is the world’s second...
