A drop in the share of Black first-year students at two elite colleges this school year has provided an early sign that the Supreme Court’s decision to end affirmative action could have an impact on racial diversity, at least at some of the nation’s more selective schools. At Amherst College, a small liberal arts college […]
Emails obtained by the Guardian reveal a behind-the-scenes network of county election officials throughout Georgia coordinating on policy and messaging to both call the results of November’s election into question before a single vote is cast, and push rules and procedures favored by the election denial movement. The emails were obtained by the watchdog group […]
Official statement by Chairman Omali Yeshitela on behalf of the Uhuru 3, including Penny Hess and Jesse Nevel. Originally published in Hands off Uhuru. On September 12, 2024 a jury in the federal courthouse in Tampa, Florida repudiated the more serious charge of the U.S. government’s frame-up of the Uhuru 3 by finding myself, along […]
CFIUS extends timeline to review Nippon Steel’s US Steel bid National security decision likely delayed at least to December, source says Nippon bid opposed by presidential candidates, US Steel’s union Nippon says merger offers much needed capital for US Steel WASHINGTON/TOKYO, Sept 18 (Reuters) – The U.S. national security panel reviewing Nippon Steel’s $14.9 billion […]
WASHINGTON – U.S. Vice-President Kamala Harris struck a measured tone, even steering clear of mentioning Donald Trump by name Tuesday in an interview with Black journalists that starkly contrasted with the former president’s own, highly contentious, recent appearance before the same group. The session with the National Association of Black Journalists was one of the […]
A newfound friendship appears to be developing between Vera Sidika and Tiffany Shakilla, as the two were spotted partying together on September 17 at a Nairobi club. This is the second unexpected encounter between the once-rival socialites, who recently reunited after traveling back to Kenya from separate destinations. Vera returned from Dubai, while Shakilla arrived […]
Entrepreneur Khalif Kairo recently had an awkward encounter with his ex-girlfriend, Cera Imani, at an event, where he attended with his new girlfriend, Wavinya. The charismatic businessman, known for his expertise in car sales and rising political commentary, garnered attention after sharing a glimpse of his personal life. He posted a photo from an intimate […]
Nokia and iSAT Africa have established a strategic agreement to improve rural connectivity in Liberia, to bridge the digital divide and provide underserved regions with reliable, affordable network access. This deployment will last three years and cover about 200 sites in rural Liberia. Said Rakesh Kukreja, Founder and Managing Director at iSAT Africa: “Our partnership with […]
The Indian conglomerate Adani Group revealed that its proposal to the Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) for a feasibility study was approved in just 17 days, as stated by Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka. A feasibility study assesses the viability of a project, determining if it can be successfully executed. Senator Onyonka raised concerns during a Senate […]
Kenyan comedian and media personality David Oyando, also known as Mulamwah, is celebrating his daughter Keilah’s third birthday. In a heartfelt social media post, Mulamwah expressed his joy, wishing Keilah good health, success, and happiness as she grows. He shared his excitement about making more memories together. CHECK OUT: Carol Sonie, Mulamwah’s ex, opens up […]
The Nama and Herero genocide in Namibia, committed by German colonial forces between 1904 and 1908, stands as one of the earliest and most brutal genocides of the 20th century. The atrocities occurred during Germany’s colonial rule of Namibia, then known as German South West Africa, and continue to reverberate through modern-day Namibia, shaping calls […]
The legacy of colonialism in Africa left a profound impact on many aspects of the continent, including education. Colonial powers imposed European systems of education that were often disconnected from the realities, histories, and cultures of African societies. These systems prioritized Western knowledge, values, and languages, while disregarding the rich heritage of African civilizations. As […]
50 heads of state flew from Africa to China, the forum is called , without any sense of irony, the China-Africa summit and apparently its held every year. African leaders fly off to Beijing to negotiate what ‘help’ they will get from Beijing. A brief context; Africa’s landmass is bigger than China, India , the […]
When European colonizers and missionaries arrived in Africa, they brought with them a host of cultural practices, including certain holidays that had roots in pagan traditions. Among these, Easter, Halloween, and Christmas stand out as holidays with deep pagan origins. Over time, these celebrations were introduced to various African communities, who adopted them but often […]
In 2022, Kenya faced a staggering 3.42 million confirmed cases of malaria, highlighting the enduring public health threat posed by the disease. In response to this ongoing challenge, Kenyan authorities are turning to advanced genetic approaches, believing these methods could play a crucial role in controlling and potentially reducing the spread of malaria. However, this […]
