Archive for November, 2013
3rd Africa-Arab Summit Report (Nov. 2013) By Dr. Chika Onyeani
“…there is the problem of African leaders not being able to confront their Arab counterparts and clearly state what is wrong in the relationship. Clearly, there was the in your face adverse action by the Saudi government in deporting thousands of African migrants, while the Summit was about to take place. You felt sick to your stomach as the African leaders, bar none, indulged in praise-singing… It was totally an act of cowardice.” …MORE
Rwandans poised to take on African Fashion
By Amy Fallon – Africa Review When Rwandan designer Colombe Ituze Ndutiye began drawing at the age of six, she thought she would grow up to be a cartoonist. But […]
Mboho Mkparawa Ibibio New York Chapter Inauguration and New Members Induction
Queens New York: Recently, the “Mboho Mkparawa Ibibio” with headquarters in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State Nigeria inaugurated their New York Chapter and also inducted their new members as well. In […]
African Anglican Church Celebrate Baptism Mass For Children
Bronx, New York: The Anglican Church for the Ibo Community (Anglican Uka Ndi Igbo) in the Bronx, recently held a baptism/christening mass for a number of the new-born children in […]
Foods To Keep Your Uric Acid At Normal Levels And Prevent Gout (A Form of Athritis)
By Sobiya N. Moghul, Health Me Up High uric acid levels in the blood stream can lead to a common form of arthritis called gout. To prevent gout, it is essential to […]
13th Annual Musical Night In Africa With Baba Ken & Kotoja – Dec. 7
Hello Dear Friends, It’s time for us to get together again! Bring your entire family to celebrate this wonderful end-of-the-year musical event. SATURDAY DECEMBER 7, 2013 The 13th ANNUAL MUSICAL […]
Is Pubic Hair Removal Healthy or Against Natural Purpose of Body Hair?
Pubic hair does have a purpose, providing cushion against friction that can cause skin abrasion and injury, protection from bacteria and other unwanted pathogens, and is the visible result of long awaited adolescent hormones, certainly nothing to be ashamed of or embarrassed about.
Caribbean Nations Seek Slavery Reparations, Citing Lasting Harm.
“Our constant search and struggle for development resources is linked directly to the historical inability of our nations to accumulate wealth from the efforts of our peoples during slavery and colonialism,” said Baldwin Spencer, prime minister of Antigua and Barbuda, in July this year. Reparations, he said, must be directed toward repairing the damage inflicted by slavery and racism….MORE
“Rhythms of Africa” A Musical Journey Debuts at The FACE AWARD 2014
“Rhythms of Africa” A musical journey that describes the movement of ancient rhythms sprung from the souls of vibrant cultures and carried by hand and heart from Africa to the Caribbean and the Americas debuts during the FACE 2014 in Atlanta, GA. March 1, 2014.
Liberian designer to showcase at Ecowas Fashion Week
Liberian Designer To Showcase at Ecowas Fashion Week
Typhoon Disaster in The Philippines – How to Donate or Help Those Affected
Last Friday, November 8, 2013, Super Typhoon Haiyan tore through the Pacific islands of the Philippines, leaving behind a scene of destruction and despair. The global Red Cross network is […]
Nigeria Wins FIFA U-17 Soccer World Cup For The Record Fourth Time
Nigeria beat Mexico 3-0 in the Under-17 World Cup final on Friday to win the tournament for a record fourth time, in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Nigeria becomes the […]
Judge Tells Man “Alive” – “You Are Legally Dead”
In a good example of how justice could be blind, an Ohio man who was declared dead after he had disappeared from his home eight years earlier appeared in court […]
Man Rises from Grave After Being Buried Alive in Brazil
According to local reports in Sao Paulo Brazil, a man was found half-buried in the cemetery in a suburb of Sao Paulo, by a woman visiting the cemetery. Police say […]
10th wedding anniversary and birthday celebrations in Sweden
Stockholm Sweden: Recently, Chief Charles Onuora (Ochiri-ozuo) and Lolo Ifeoma Onuoha celebrated their 10th wedding anniversary as well as the birthday festivities of their two sons. In attendance at the […]
Joyful Joy Foundation Launches in Africa
Recently, the official Nigerian Launch Event for Joyful Joy at the Avenue Suites took place. There was an outpour of support and it featured celebrity performances and more. Sioux Greaux, […]
NAFCA Awards 2013 in Washington DC
The third annual Nollywood & African Film Critics’ Awards (NAFCA 2013) was held recently at the Warner Theatre, Washington DC USA. In attendance were filmmakers, actors, producers and other entertainers […]
President John Mahama of Ghana to deliver first Chinua Achebe Leadership Forum Lecture, Dec. 10
The Chinua Achebe Foundation has announced that on December 10, 2013, at Bard College, United States of America, President John Dramani Mahama of the Republic of Ghana will deliver the […]
United Nations to honor the late African literary giant, Prof. Chinua Achebe in New York
The United Nations has devoted November 15 as a day to honor the late Prof. Chinua Achebe with a post-humous celebration in New York. The late Prof. Achebe who is […]
Kenya’s Great Rift Valley – the Next Big Oil Patch
Kenya’s Great Rift Valley, a 450-mile-long volcanic trench ripped open by shifting tectonic plates, is known as the cradle of mankind for the million-year-old remains of human forebears discovered there. […]
Fatherland – an independence anniversary poem by Oliver O. Mbamara
Though in hardship we may suffer, We assure tomorrow with steadfast faith, As a breed of people never subdued. Though a few of us may act unfairly And tarnish the […]
Questions, Answers, & Important Information About Breast Cancer
Breast Cancer: Breast cancer is a kind of cancer that develops from breast cells. It usually starts off in the inner lining of milk ducts or the lobules that supply […]