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Culturally Responsive Education for Black Youth
Our Time Press - New York
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June 6, 2025
Dr. Jawanza Kunjufu, national educational consultant, publisher, and the author of over 30 books that address empowering Black youth through a culturally responsive curriculum, made his transition on April 25, 2025. His books include Countering...
A Memorable Cultural Experience
The Rising Nepal
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My recent visit to China to attend a seminar on economic and trade cooperation organised by the Beijing-based University of International Business and Economics (UIBE) was full of cultural surprises. Before landing in the Chinese capital, the...
Liberia: Naymote to Host 12th Edition of Young Political Leadership School Africa in Monrovia
Front Page Africa
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June 6, 2025
The program will bring together 120 emerging leaders—45% of them women—from across Africa./Naymote’s Executive Director Eddie Jarwolo Monrovia – Naymote Partners for Democratic Development, Liberia’s leading pro-democracy institution, is set to...
Why Africa’s media space is becoming crowded, chaotic – Experts
Daily Trust
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June 6, 2025
Experts have warned that the wrong use of technology, lack of ethics and training are causing a crowded and chaotic media space in Africa. The experts stated this on Thursday during the closing ceremony of the debunker’s 100th edition of a media...
African Community Mass returns to Casselberry after pandemic disruptions
American Catholic Tribune
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June 5, 2025
Bishop John Noonan | Diocese of Orland website It is the third Saturday of the month, and a diverse community of Africans, Haitians, and others gather for the monthly African Community Mass. Known for its lively music, drum beats, and colorful...
Gov Yahaya Takes Spotlight with Bill Gates, Dangote at Goalkeepers Africa Summit in Lagos
This Day
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June 6, 2025
•Gombe governor draws accolades for inspiring healthcare gains Segun Awofadeji in Gombe Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State yesterday drew praise and attention during the Gates Foundation’s “Goalkeepers: Africa in Motion” event in...
More than a crown: Ieremia-Allan inspires youth to redefine cultural representation
Pacific Media Network
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Crowned Miss Pacific Islands and Miss Sāmoa, Litara Ieremia-Allan, is not just wearing the sash; she’s redefining what it means to represent her people. For this young Pacific ambassador, holding a prestigious title extends far beyond beauty...
An African Prometheus laid to rest
The News International
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ermes and Mercury are gods of language and communication in the Greek and Roman mythologies respectively. They travel between the human and supernatural realms to ensure that oracular messages are properly interpreted. However, there is a portion...
Law Society tackles Judge Ratha Mokgoatlheng over racially charged courtroom outburst
IOL
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The Law Society of South Africa is taking on presiding judge in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial, Ratha Mokgoatlheng following his court outburst where he made several remarks with racial undertones. Mokgoatlheng on Thursday expressed outrage in...
There and back again: South Africa look to come full circle at Lord's
ESPN Global
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June 6, 2025
South Africa have done it before: become world Test champions (though it was not called the World Test Championship then) at Lord's. Though much has changed in the 13 years since, two of the architects of their success in 2012 believe the class of...
Francesca Uriri: Building a Powerful Future for African Women, Girls
This Day
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June 6, 2025
Francesca Uriri is a force for change and a catalyst for transformation in pursuing gender equality and women’s empowerment. As the visionary founder of Leading Ladies Africa, she’s spent years championing gender equity and women’s leadership,...
Why South Africans are trading crowds for calm: the rise of off-season travel
IOL
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June 5, 2025
ZamaNdosi Cele|Published 18 minutes ago 3min For many South African travellers, the ideal holiday once meant booking flights or accommodation during the peak season, navigating crowded tourist traps, and breaking the bank to experience the very...
Celebrating Africa Day in Tauranga
SunLive
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June 6, 2025
Tauranga Historic Village in 17th Ave will be coming alive with a colourful celebration of vibrant music, dance, food, and culture as the city celebrates Africa Day 2025 on June 7. From 11am-5pm this Saturday, a free, family-friendly event will...
New Honorary Name Sign Honors Centenarian in Historic African American Community
The Baltimore Times - Maryland
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June 6, 2025
For more than sixty years, one hundred-year-old Frances Johnson-George has resided in Browns Woods. Johnson-George was born on January 8, 1925. “She grew up in the Browns Woods Community and attended Browns Woods School and Bates School in her...
Honouring Rashid Lombard: A farewell to a cultural icon and visionary photographer
IOL
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Family, friends, musicians, and political figures gathered at the Cape Town home of the late jazz organiser, photographer, and activist Rashid Lombard on Thursday, to celebrate his remarkable life and enduring legacy. The 74-year-old, whose name...
Designer Ozwald Boateng puts Africa on world stage at Met Gala
African Business
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June 6, 2025
Fashion maestro Ozwald Boateng made a striking debut at the Met Gala in New York this May, capturing hearts and minds at the fashion industry’s biggest night with his ability to merge African aesthetics with British craftsmanship. The designer...
June 15: Mutupo Festival to celebrate local cultural heritage
NewsDay Zimbabwe
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Pah Chihera is expected to captivate audiences with her unique blend of Afro-pop and traditional sounds. GREEN ambassador and musician Dereck Mpofu and fellow renowned artistes Josh Meck, Albert Nyathi, Mono Mukundu and Othnell “Mangoma” Moyo will...
TOPPAN Security to Acquire dzcard for Asia and Africa Expansion
Fintech News
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June 5, 2025
Free Newsletter Get the hottest Fintech Singapore News once a month in your Inbox TOPPAN Security has announced a definitive agreement to acquire dzcard Group, a provider of smart card solutions and personalisation services in Asia and Africa. The...
African Medical Centre Of Excellence (AMCE) Opens Its Doors To The Public As It Seeks To Transform Healthcare In Africa
MENAFN
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June 5, 2025
(MENAFN- APO Group) The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE) officially opened today, marking a historic milestone in Africa's journey towards healthcare sovereignty. The US$300 million tertiary medical facility, developed by African...
UNIBEN VC partners Delta community for cultural renaissance
Punch
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June 5, 2025
THE Vice Chancellor of the University of Benin, Prof Edoba Omoregie, has vowed to collaborate with the Onicha-Olona community in Delta State for cultural and historical renaissance. Omoregie stated this when he received a delegation from the...