Tag Archives: Africa

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Africa’s Power Women Elite: 20 Young Leaders to Watch in 2013

Female innovators tremendously impact continent and world at large

From Goldman Sacs’ Lisa Opoku Busumbru to tech entrepreneur Juliana Rotich, women have hugely impacted…

By Janell Hazelwood

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Susan Rice’s Record in Africa Scrutinized

There is another way to think about the prospective nomination of Susan Rice for secretary of state.

In any discussion of Susan Rice’s career, there is no escaping Africa.

By Makkada B. Selah

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In Ghana, the World’s Most Religious Country, Non-Believers Struggle to Find Their Place

Ghana is the world's most devout nation.

Businesses begin their days with morning prayers in Ghana.

By Laurence Afums

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Maasai women work on beading for a Vivienne Westwood collection. (Photo: Chloe Mukai/ITC Ethical Fashion Initiative)

Ethical Fashion in Africa

Is this a good idea or is this just exploitation with sugar on top?

Some high end designers use “ethical fashion” production practices in poor countries like Africa.

By Demetria Irwin

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Leadership in Africa: How One Drifter Strengthened Adaptability and Ingenuity

Take a cue from this traveler on how to role with the punches

Take a cue from this traveler’s trip to Equatorial Guinea on how to adaptability and…

By BlackEnterprise.com

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Report: The Richest Person Ever Was a Black Man

Emperor Mansa Musa is the wealthiest person who ever lived

Emperor Mansa Musa is the wealthiest person who ever lived

By Makkada B. Selah

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Are African Leaders Doing Enough? [Opinion]

Columnist Raynard Jackson has strong words for the continent

Columnist Raynard Jackson has strong words for the continent

By Raynard Jackson

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Nollywood actress Funke Akindele was a co-host and winner at the Nigerian Entertainment Awards. (Image: NEA)

WATCH: Awards Show Brings Top Nigerian Talent to New York City

Top African entertainers honored in film and music

Who’s who of African entertainment in the diaspora honored for talent in film and music…

By Janell Hazelwood

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Cool Jobs: Young Chef Brings Taste of Ethiopia to the Diaspora

Entrepreneur expanded brand to in-store food retail

Hiyaw Gebreyohannes, 31, owner of Taste of Ethiopia, takes family food legacy into grocery stores.

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U.S. Designers Turn to Africa to Find Opportunities

Fashion professionals finding growth and profit in Ghana

Ghana offering avenues for growth and profit for black fashion designers.

By BlackEnterprise.com

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