Sep
29
From: http://ccsu.edu
By Dr.Olayemi Akinwumi *
“Alajapa” and “Alarobo” are two different traditional and popular terms among the Yoruba people of South Western Nigeria to describe two different groups of entrepreneurs in the society. The “alajapa” have been described by Toyin Falola as the itinerant traders, while the “alarobo” could be described [...]
Sep
25
By Steve Bradshaw
From: http://news.bbc.co.uk
Claudine Maombi has been living on two frontlines at once: She is a mother and she is from eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
Being pregnant in some areas of sub-Saharan Africa can be as hazardous as being a civilian in a conflict zone.
But Claudine actually lives in [...]
Sep
23
Sep
21
From: http://allafrica.com
By Francis Emorut
Kampala, Uganda — A national policy on gender-based violence will be passed soon to deal with men who sexually abuse women at workplaces.
This was revealed by the director of gender and community development in the gender, labour and social development ministry, Jane Mpagi.
Mpagi said her ministry [...]
Sep
16
From: http://putumayo.com
Women of Africa
A celebration of soulful and inspirational
Women have always played an essential role in the preservation of African culture. From lullabies sung to sleepy children to chants of celebration, women are important bearers of tradition. Unlike some areas in the world where females are discouraged from [...]
