Let’s Talk Afrika.
“It is clear that we must find an African solution to our problems, and that this can only be found in African Unity. Divided we are weak; united, Africa could become one of the greatest sources for good in the world.” – Kwame Nkrumah
Category: Education
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Sexual Assault Awareness
The case of Cwecwe, a seven-year-old girl from South Africa, has ignited nationwide protests and public outrage. The incident, initially reported to the police on October 16, 2024, involved allegations of sexual abuse. Despite a medical examination and a social worker’s assessment, prosecutors declined to pursue the case a month later, citing insufficient evidence. This…
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The Evolution of Women’s Roles in African Society
I always look forward to Women’s Month—March because it’s a time to celebrate the power, resilience, and impact of women throughout history. It’s an opportunity to inspire young girls, showing them the limitless potential they hold and the incredible ways women have shaped the world—breaking barriers, rewriting narratives, and challenging systems. This piece is a…
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Adolescent Mental Health Crisis in Africa: Igniting the Conversation
In light of Mental Health and Self-Harm Awareness Month, it is crucial to spark conversations that challenge the silence surrounding adolescent mental well-being. Adolescents across Africa are facing a growing mental health crisis, with suicide ideation rates among the highest in the world. A recent Practice Brief from the Regional Psychosocial Support Initiative (REPSSI) paints…
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Alone No More: Philly Bongoley Lutaaya’s Legacy in Uganda’s HIV Fight
It was on April 18th 1989, Philly Bongoley Lutaaya, a prominent Ugandan musician, made a groundbreaking announcement became the first prominent African to announce: he revealed that he was HIV-positive. At the time, HIV/AIDS was heavily stigmatized in Uganda, often referred to as “Silimu” (meaning “slim”) due to the severe weight loss it caused in…
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Day 1000: Schools still closed here in Uganda.
Who knew I’d get to celebrate three birthdays in the same class! It’s been such a blast. All this fun has got me feeling light headed. Maybe it’s all the partying…or the fact that I’m losing brain cells by the second. At least I’m alive though, huh? I may be a hollow shell of my…