Ethiopia’s ‘Visionary’ Leader Meles Zenawi Laid to Rest

ADDIS ABABA — Ethiopia has laid to rest Prime Minister Meles Zenawi who led the country for more than 20 years before his death, announced last month. Heads of state from around the continent praised Meles' intellect and his vision for his country and Africa. Ethiopian soldiers stood in formation as the flag-draped casket carrying the body of Meles was... Read More

Until the lions can tell their stories, tales of hunting will always glorify the hunter

African Expectations by Mafoya Dossoumon Book Review By: Jennifer Fierberg, MSW If you are looking for fresh new ideas from an emerging energetic leader look no further than African Expectations by Mafoya Dossoumon. Mr. Dossoumon describes his book, “African Expectations” as a collection of essays about how political, economic, and socio-cultural issues hinder Africa’s development and how the most important... Read More

Uganda to open third refugee camp for fleeing Congolese

Uganda is to set up a new camp to cope with a influx of refugees from eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, the government has said. At least 100 people a day are now crossing the border to escape an upsurge in violence, Uganda’s refugee minister told the BBC. Women said they had been raped by armed militias, who broke into their… Read More

DIET FOR A HEALTHY HEART

It is well recognized by all medical fraternity and public that diet plays an important role in the maintenance of good health and most importantly a “good heart”. However many of us are not aware of what exactly a healthy diet means. “Diet” is the regular food a man or an animal takes for his survival. Any diet doesn’t necessarily... Read More