Continued- GHANA'S CHOCOLATE REVOLUTION
The European Union, a chief culprit in this corporate theft, not satisfied with the ludicrously high profits for its member states, threatened to sanction Ghana, for not being environmentally sustainable, if the West African state did not purchase carbon credits from them. If that seems hypocritical, you might be onto something, and Ghana's government is not too pleased.
But Ghana's president declared a shift in cocoa processing, with over 50% of cocoa to be processed within the country, and it's more than just words; Ghana is taking serious action, hiring experts, and ramping up its productive capacity.
Is the European Union's demands for environmental sustainability just another attempt to take more money from West Africa?
Let us know what you think in the comments.
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The European Union, a chief culprit in this corporate theft, not satisfied with the ludicrously high profits for its member states, threatened to sanction Ghana, for not being environmentally sustainable, if the West African state did not purchase carbon credits from them. If that seems hypocritical, you might be onto something, and Ghana's government is not too pleased.
But Ghana's president declared a shift in cocoa processing, with over 50% of cocoa to be processed within the country, and it's more than just words; Ghana is taking serious action, hiring experts, and ramping up its productive capacity.
Is the European Union's demands for environmental sustainability just another attempt to take more money from West Africa?
Let us know what you think in the comments.
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WHAT DOES INTERNATIONAL COFFEE DAY MEAN FOR AFRICA?
On international coffee day we not only celebrate the boundless potential of this golden bean in Africa but also take a trip down history lane to where it all started .Coffee in Africa is more than just a beverage; it is the essence of resilience, a testament to the enduring spirit of the continent. From the lush highlands of Ethiopia to the vibrant communities of Kenya and beyond, It represents the strength of local economies, and the source of livelihood for countless farmers. Coffee in Africa is not merely a drink; it is the heartbeat of the continent.
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On international coffee day we not only celebrate the boundless potential of this golden bean in Africa but also take a trip down history lane to where it all started .Coffee in Africa is more than just a beverage; it is the essence of resilience, a testament to the enduring spirit of the continent. From the lush highlands of Ethiopia to the vibrant communities of Kenya and beyond, It represents the strength of local economies, and the source of livelihood for countless farmers. Coffee in Africa is not merely a drink; it is the heartbeat of the continent.
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From an international dispute over a Haiti canal to anti-government protests in Ghana this is our weekly photo dump.
Accra, Ghana - A protester raises his fist in front of police during demonstrations over Ghana’s economic woes.
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia - Orthodox Christians wearing traditional white clothes chant hymns as they celebrate Meskel, the first major festival of the Ethiopian religious year.
New York, United States - Senator Bob Menendez and his wife Nadine face bribery charges amid accusations they used political influence to benefit Egypt in exchange for compensation. Three business co-conspirators are also indicted.
Ikeja, Nigeria - Members of Trade Union Congress stage a peaceful protest after Lagos State Government banned Nigeria’s Road Transport Employers' Association.
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Accra, Ghana - A protester raises his fist in front of police during demonstrations over Ghana’s economic woes.
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia - Orthodox Christians wearing traditional white clothes chant hymns as they celebrate Meskel, the first major festival of the Ethiopian religious year.
New York, United States - Senator Bob Menendez and his wife Nadine face bribery charges amid accusations they used political influence to benefit Egypt in exchange for compensation. Three business co-conspirators are also indicted.
Ikeja, Nigeria - Members of Trade Union Congress stage a peaceful protest after Lagos State Government banned Nigeria’s Road Transport Employers' Association.
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Niamey, Niger - Pan-African Emergency Movement leader and anti-colonialist Kemi Seba arrives at the capital’s airport. The activist is expected to address rallies in support of Niger’s military leaders.
Seme-Krake, Benin - The burned-out remains of a contraband fuel depot near the Benin-Nigeria border. At least 34 people died after it exploded into flames.
Gedaref, Sudan - People queue for Dengue fever tests. Around two-thirds of Sudan’s medical facilities are in areas hit by the ongoing war. The World Health Organisation estimates 11 million people need medical help.
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Niamey, Niger - Pan-African Emergency Movement leader and anti-colonialist Kemi Seba arrives at the capital’s airport. The activist is expected to address rallies in support of Niger’s military leaders.
Seme-Krake, Benin - The burned-out remains of a contraband fuel depot near the Benin-Nigeria border. At least 34 people died after it exploded into flames.
Gedaref, Sudan - People queue for Dengue fever tests. Around two-thirds of Sudan’s medical facilities are in areas hit by the ongoing war. The World Health Organisation estimates 11 million people need medical help.
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Shannon, Ireland - Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky speaks with Sudan's army general Abdel Fattah al-Burhan during their meeting at Shannon Airport in Ireland.
Sir Lowry's Pass, South Africa - A woman falls in water during heavy flooding following a storm.
Ouanaminthe, Haiti - Haitians continue work on a planned canal, despite demands to stop by the Dominican Republic. Haiti says the waterway is needed for local farms, but its Caribbean neighbour fears it will decrease its share of water from the Massacre River. It's now closed its border with Haiti in protest.
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Shannon, Ireland - Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky speaks with Sudan's army general Abdel Fattah al-Burhan during their meeting at Shannon Airport in Ireland.
Sir Lowry's Pass, South Africa - A woman falls in water during heavy flooding following a storm.
Ouanaminthe, Haiti - Haitians continue work on a planned canal, despite demands to stop by the Dominican Republic. Haiti says the waterway is needed for local farms, but its Caribbean neighbour fears it will decrease its share of water from the Massacre River. It's now closed its border with Haiti in protest.
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FRANCE BLOCKS NIGERIEN ARTISTS
In the wake of military collaboration between Niger, Burkina Faso and Mali, France has moved to force its cultural and arts institutions to cut ties with Niger. French institutions are perplexed at this development, while Nigerien artists say they will not be dismayed.
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In the wake of military collaboration between Niger, Burkina Faso and Mali, France has moved to force its cultural and arts institutions to cut ties with Niger. French institutions are perplexed at this development, while Nigerien artists say they will not be dismayed.
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GANDHI'S RACIST LEGACY IN AFRICA
Mahatma Gandhi was born on this day back in 1869 and is widely hailed for his fight against British colonial rule in India.
But while he’s remembered for fighting for the freedom of his people, the same can’t be said for his attitude towards Blacks. While living in South Africa, he attempted to align with the White ruling class.
He campaigned for Indians living there to be treated better than Blacks who he called savages. It was a callous attempt to gain favour with the ruling authorities.
While Gandhi’s achievements are of course celebrated, this sinister chapter in his life should not be forgotten either.
All leaders, past and present, should be held accountable for their conduct and words, both negative and positive.
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Mahatma Gandhi was born on this day back in 1869 and is widely hailed for his fight against British colonial rule in India.
But while he’s remembered for fighting for the freedom of his people, the same can’t be said for his attitude towards Blacks. While living in South Africa, he attempted to align with the White ruling class.
He campaigned for Indians living there to be treated better than Blacks who he called savages. It was a callous attempt to gain favour with the ruling authorities.
While Gandhi’s achievements are of course celebrated, this sinister chapter in his life should not be forgotten either.
All leaders, past and present, should be held accountable for their conduct and words, both negative and positive.
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THE BRITISH COLONIAL ORIGIN OF SLUMS
On World Habitat Day, we take a look at the root of Africa's massive slum problem, which can be found in 19th century England and was transported to Africa by the colonisers. African Stream's Kenneth Kaigua takes us to one of Kenya's poorest neighbourhoods.
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On World Habitat Day, we take a look at the root of Africa's massive slum problem, which can be found in 19th century England and was transported to Africa by the colonisers. African Stream's Kenneth Kaigua takes us to one of Kenya's poorest neighbourhoods.
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BLACK GIRL SKIPPED OVER AT MEDAL CEREMONY
A video clip from March 2022 that appears to show racial discrimination against a now 10-year-old Black girl in Ireland has gone viral on the Internet. Viewers condemned a white woman looking like she had ignored the Black girl during a gymnastics medal ceremony by skipping over her and presenting a medal to white girls. The parents of the girl reported the incident, demanding an apology from Gymnastics Ireland, the body that governs the sport on the island country. It was only after public uproar that the body issued an apology.
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A video clip from March 2022 that appears to show racial discrimination against a now 10-year-old Black girl in Ireland has gone viral on the Internet. Viewers condemned a white woman looking like she had ignored the Black girl during a gymnastics medal ceremony by skipping over her and presenting a medal to white girls. The parents of the girl reported the incident, demanding an apology from Gymnastics Ireland, the body that governs the sport on the island country. It was only after public uproar that the body issued an apology.
Let us know in the comments what you think.
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NOTHING'S WRONG WITH AFRICA!
Let's address the big elephant in the room. Before pointing out the speck in our eye, the West must first look at the log in theirs.
If imperialist powers are not colonising African states that already had systems in place, they are exploiting Africa’s precious resources, fueling wars and meddling in Africa’s business, stifling the continent's ability to conduct its social and economic affairs.
In US economist Jeffrey Sach's words, Africans have experienced exploitation and a denial of their rights. That is a violation of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights that the United Nations General Assembly adopted in 1948. Belgian King Leopold II (1865-1909) carved a colony out of the Congo and turned it into a labour camp where Congolese were tortured, murdered and forced into slavery for 30 years.
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Let's address the big elephant in the room. Before pointing out the speck in our eye, the West must first look at the log in theirs.
If imperialist powers are not colonising African states that already had systems in place, they are exploiting Africa’s precious resources, fueling wars and meddling in Africa’s business, stifling the continent's ability to conduct its social and economic affairs.
In US economist Jeffrey Sach's words, Africans have experienced exploitation and a denial of their rights. That is a violation of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights that the United Nations General Assembly adopted in 1948. Belgian King Leopold II (1865-1909) carved a colony out of the Congo and turned it into a labour camp where Congolese were tortured, murdered and forced into slavery for 30 years.
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Continued- NOTHING'S WRONG WITH AFRICA!
Belgium didn't offer an apology or reparations, but conveyed its "deepest regrets" for the colonial humiliation. And as if that wasn't enough, the CIA planned and assassinated the Democratic Republic of Congo's first democratically elected leader, Prime Minister Patrice Lumumba and have looted DRC's resources ever since.
In this video, Sachs openly castigates the hypocrisy of the West and the mess they created that has disenfranchised the African masses, while making millions for conglomerates who are still exploiting countries in Africa.
The problem isn't Africa—it's the meddling West!
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Belgium didn't offer an apology or reparations, but conveyed its "deepest regrets" for the colonial humiliation. And as if that wasn't enough, the CIA planned and assassinated the Democratic Republic of Congo's first democratically elected leader, Prime Minister Patrice Lumumba and have looted DRC's resources ever since.
In this video, Sachs openly castigates the hypocrisy of the West and the mess they created that has disenfranchised the African masses, while making millions for conglomerates who are still exploiting countries in Africa.
The problem isn't Africa—it's the meddling West!
Thoughts? Leave them below.
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AFRICAN DIASPORA DEFENDING ETHIOPIA
When Italy invaded Ethiopia for a second time in 1935, thousands of Africans around the world mobilised to fight the colonialists. For the Italians, the war was not merely payback for that humiliating defeat 40 years earlier, but a chance to implement dictator Benito Mussolini’s plan to inflate Italy's standing on the world stage.
However, for millions, the invasion imperiled Black freedom and dignity across the globe and awakened a strong sense of allegiance that transcended national boundaries.
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When Italy invaded Ethiopia for a second time in 1935, thousands of Africans around the world mobilised to fight the colonialists. For the Italians, the war was not merely payback for that humiliating defeat 40 years earlier, but a chance to implement dictator Benito Mussolini’s plan to inflate Italy's standing on the world stage.
However, for millions, the invasion imperiled Black freedom and dignity across the globe and awakened a strong sense of allegiance that transcended national boundaries.
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MEET THE FOREST PEOPLE
Central African forests are home to some of the oldest, and shortest, tribes in the world. Ready for a brief encounter?
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Central African forests are home to some of the oldest, and shortest, tribes in the world. Ready for a brief encounter?
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BLACK MEN’S STRUGGLE WITH STEREOTYPES
This is a recording of a TV show in 1988 called, "People Are Talking." In this episode, it explored the images and stereotypes of Black men in the United States. Three Africans were invited to share their experiences: Huey P. Newton, co-founder of the Black Panther Party; Ishmael Reed, a novelist and poet; and Jawanza Kunjufu, an educator and author. The episode also featured questions and comments from the audience, who represented diverse backgrounds and opinions. The program was aired to honour the birthday of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the civil rights leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner.
Let us know in the comments what you think of there assessments regarding America's treatment of black men. Has anything change?
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This is a recording of a TV show in 1988 called, "People Are Talking." In this episode, it explored the images and stereotypes of Black men in the United States. Three Africans were invited to share their experiences: Huey P. Newton, co-founder of the Black Panther Party; Ishmael Reed, a novelist and poet; and Jawanza Kunjufu, an educator and author. The episode also featured questions and comments from the audience, who represented diverse backgrounds and opinions. The program was aired to honour the birthday of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the civil rights leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner.
Let us know in the comments what you think of there assessments regarding America's treatment of black men. Has anything change?
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