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Doesn’t the Catholic Church need some serious laundry?

By Pius Nyondo That, right now, the Catholic Church is being spanked by its own, is not far-fetched. Thanks, of course, to the Vatican and Pope Francis’ approved novel decree that gives a go ahead for priests to bless same sex-sex couples “as long as the blessing is not connected to the ceremony of a same-sex union.” Now, the Catholic Church… Read More
Lifestyle 

Weaving the Culinary Tapestry: A Journey through the African Diaspora

The culinary arts points to the rich history, diversity and influence of the African diaspora, to be explored at the upcoming Global Black Impact Summit on February 27, 2024 in Dubai DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, December 28, 2023/ — Food is a unique storyteller, a cultural bridge and a carrier of traditions. As a result, the culinary traditions and rich tapestry… Read More
Africa 

A Closer Look At  same-sex Marriage and The Pope

By Burnett Munthali Pope Francis of the Roman Catholic Church has said homosexuality should not be criminalized and supported civil unions. And he recently made it clear that transgender people can be baptized, serve as godparents and be witnesses at church weddings. Same-sex marriage, also known as gay marriage, is the marriage of two people of the same legal sex.… Read More
Africa 

Tanzania President, Namibia Prime Minister and Merck Foundation Chief Executive Office named amongst 100 Most Influential African Women 2023

Tanzania President, Namibia Prime Minister and Merck Foundation Chief Executive Office named amongst 100 Most Influential African Women 2023 Dr. Rasha Kelej has been recognized for her commitment towards Women Empowerment, Girl Education and Patient Care transformation in Africa and other developing countries ACCRA, Ghana, December 21, 2023/ — The President of Tanzania, H.E. SAMIA SULUHU HASSAN; Merck Foundation CEO,… Read More
Latest Opinions 

The good, the bad, and the downright uglies of 2023

By Janet Karim 19 O Lord, to You I cry out; For fire has devoured the open pastures, And a flame has burned all the trees of the field. 20 The beasts of the field also cry out to You, For the water brooks are dried up, And fire has devoured the open pastures. – Joel 1: 19-20 When the enemy shall come in like a flood, the Spirit… Read More
Health Advice Lifestyle 

Addressing Global Health Challenges: Irish Taoiseach Varadkar and WHO Director-General in Dublin Talks

Ireland’s Taoiseach (Prime Minister) Leo Varadkar welcomed Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General, to Dublin today, to discuss strengthening the partnership between Ireland and the WHO across a range of global and domestic health areas. Dr Tedros also met with Michael Higgins, the President of Ireland. The meetings underscores Ireland’s commitment to actively address pressing health issues on both national… Read More

 Music Beyond Belief in Africa

 By Leo Igwe Music beyond belief refers to irreligious music and songs, including humanist, atheist, and freethought songs. The pervasiveness of religion in Africa has made it difficult for many Africans to acknowledge, understand, or appreciate music and songs beyond the precinct of religion, faith, and belief in God. Gospel music and songs are among the most popular in Nigeria.… Read More
Health Advice Lifestyle 

WHO Director-General’s statement on the passing of Dr Carissa Etienne

Credit: PAHO It is with immense sadness that I learned today of the passing of our dear friend, Dr Carissa F. Etienne. Dr Etienne, a native of Dominica, served as Director of the Pan American Health Organization and as WHO Regional Director for the Americas from 2013 to 2023, during which the Americas made impressive progress towards universal health coverage, and… Read More