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President Bola Tinubu’s Record of Success in Lagos

There are few leaders of African countries that can boast of a verifiable record of economic achievement. Most African leaders are best known for peace, but few are known for economic development. This makes Bola Tinubu very special. Bola Tinubu has a…

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Tapi Tapi: Authentic African Flavored Ice Cream

“This flavor is for my grandmother,” says Tapiwa Guzha, pointing to a rooibos and fennel granita on the menu at his ice cream store in Cape Town, South Africa. “She grew fennel in her garden.” Guzha is a microbiologist turned ice-cream maker…

Africans With Global Voices All Africa America Business West Africa by Ana Mosioa-Tunya July 25, 2022

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African Millionaires in America

Many Africans have migrated to the United States in the last 3 decades. Most are in search of the American dream- the belief that America is the place where you can have it all. Voice of America recently featured 3 Africans who…

All Africa Land Issues Southern Africa by John Akina July 20, 2022

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How the First Diamond Mines were Stolen in South Africa

The first documented case of diamond discovery in South Africa was near Hopetown in the Cape Colony in 1867. A little while later, there were claims of diamonds discovered at Tati, then at Hartley Hills and other areas occupied by the Shona…

All Africa America by Editor June 9, 2022

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What the Johnson Publishing Building in Chicago Means for Black People

The Johnson Publishing Building in Chicago is a significant landmark in the city. It is also a symbol of African American achievement and entrepreneurship. It was a crowning achievement for the descendent of slaves to build a building that stood in the…

All Africa America by Ana Mosioa-Tunya May 26, 2022

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Sarah Rector: The Wealthiest 12 Year Old Black Girl in 1913

In 1913, Sarah Rector of Oklahoma became one of the wealthiest 12 year old black girls in the United States. Sarah Rector was born in 1902 near the all-black town of Taft, located in the eastern portion of Oklahoma, which was considered…

All Africa Central Africa Gamechangers Technology by Editor September 29, 2021

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Wiiqare Disrupts Healthcare in DR Congo

In the Democratic Republic of Congo, access to quality healthcare is expensive and tedious. But Bienvenue Zigabe has managed to create an application to facilitate quicker access to medical services. "Wiiqare" helps patients pay for treatment and drugs using their savings or…

African Innovation All Africa Southern Africa by John Akina July 14, 2021

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Mureza Auto Is Rolling Out 1st 100 Vehicles

Mureza Auto, a black owned car manufacturing company in Africa, is preparing to roll out its first 100 vehicles to the market next week. The company is based in South Africa and plans to manufacture in Botswana and Zimbabwe as well. …