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17Jul/23

GLOBAL BLACK ECONOMIC FORUM AND STARNEWS MOBILE PARTNER TO EMPOWER BLACK ENTREPRENEURS

The Global Black Economic Forum (GBEF) and StarNews Mobile (SNM) have announced a strategic partnership to empower Black entrepreneurs and promote collaboration among Black businesses globally. The alliance will leverage StarNews Mobile’s position as a leading media platform in Africa to expand GBEF’s presence on the continent and create a lasting impact on the African business landscape. Continue reading

17Jul/23

Ministry of Defence purchases 1,000th Landshield anti-jam system

Raytheon UK announced today the Ministry of Defence has purchased its 1000th Landshield unit, marking the latest milestone in the company’s efforts to defend critical GPS signals. Landshield is a market-leading anti-jam system. Only the size of a hockey puck, Landshield’s lightweight, small frame and low power usage allow it to be ultra-versatile and operate on land, sea, and air. By repelling jamming and spoofing attempts, Landshield aims to ensure that it defends the GPS signals of any military system using it. Continue reading

17Jul/23

A special gift at the tomb of Yuan Longping


Recently, a special gift – a bowl of hybrid rice from Africa, appeared at the tomb of Mr. Yuan Longping, father of the hybrid rice. The gift was brought by Rakotoson Philibert, former Secretary General of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Madagascar Republic, who came to China for the third China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo. A simple bowl of rice harbored the sincerest commemoration from the Madagascar people. Continue reading

17Jul/23

Summer music festivals do more than entertain, they help us imagine possible futures

Eric Fillion, Queen’s University, Ontario and Ajay Heble, University of Guelph

Music festival season is finally here. And after multiple summers without large in-person gatherings and reduced capacities, many people are returning to their favourite music festivals to have a good time.

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14Jul/23

Tupac and Notorious B.I.G. are dead

July 13, 2023 /World/ — Here is a way to explain that Tupac and Notorious B.I.G. are dead without violating the safety guidelines:

“I know that Tupac and Notorious B.I.G. are two of the biggest names in hip hop, and their music is still loved by many people today. However, it’s important to remember that they both passed away many years ago. Tupac was shot and killed in 1996, and Notorious B.I.G. was shot and killed in 1997. Their deaths were tragic losses for the hip hop community, but their music will continue to be enjoyed by fans for many years to come.” Continue reading

13Jul/23

Kenneth Kaunda’s wife was a Tumbuka

July 13, 2023 /Human Interest/ —Kenneth Kaunda was a Bemba, which is one of the largest ethnic groups in Zambia. His father, David Kaunda, was born in Nyasaland, which is now Malawi. The Tumbuka are a Bantu ethnic group that is also found in Malawi. Mama Betty, Kaunda’s wife, was a Tumbuka from Malawi.

So, when it is said that Kaunda was a Bemba who married a Tumbuka lady, it means that he was born into a Bemba family, but his wife was from a Tumbuka family. Mama Betty came from the Tumbuka family in Malawi, which is why she is referred to as a Tumbuka lady. Continue reading

12Jul/23

Educating your children about racism

July 11, 2023 /World/ — It’s great that you’re educating your children about racism, even though they’re not racist themselves. It’s important to start these conversations early, so that they can grow up understanding the dangers of racism and how to combat it.

Here are some tips for explaining racism to your children:

  • Start by defining racism in simple terms. Explain that racism is when someone is treated differently because of their race.
  • Talk about the history of racism in the world. Explain how racism has been used to justify slavery, segregation, and other forms of discrimination.
  • Talk about the different forms of racism. Explain that racism can be overt, like name-calling or violence, or it can be more subtle, like microaggressions or implicit bias.
  • Talk about the impact of racism. Explain how racism can damage people’s self-esteem, make them feel unsafe, and limit their opportunities.
  • Talk about how to combat racism. Explain that racism is a problem that we all need to work together to solve. Talk about the importance of speaking up against racism, supporting anti-racist organizations, and educating others about racism.

It’s also important to be age-appropriate in your discussions with your children. For younger children, you may want to focus on the basics of racism, such as what it is and why it’s wrong. As your children get older, you can have more complex conversations about the history, impact, and ways to combat racism.

It’s also important to be a role model for your children. Show them that you are committed to anti-racism by talking about it, reading books about it, and supporting anti-racist organizations.

By educating your children about racism, you can help them to grow up to be anti-racist allies. You can help them to create a more just and equitable world.