UN Peacekeeping (Photo: MINURSO) It is with heavy hearts that we learned of the passing of former MINURSO Deputy Force Commander, Brigadier General Constance Emefa Edjeani-Afenu. After a brief illness, DFC Edjeani-Afenu passed away in her home country of Ghana. Though Brigadier General Edjeani-Afenu — or Constance as she was known to colleagues –- is no longer …
Three Black women have raised more than £50,000 ($60,000) to help Black students flee Ukraine amid Russia’s invasion, News One reports. Londoner Patricia Daley along with her friend Tokunbo Koiki saw a tweet of a Black student who was documenting her tumultuous situation of trying to escape Ukraine. The young woman identified as Korrine Sky …
Jussie Smollett 150 Days in Jail, 30 Months Felony Probation Judge Calls Him 'Arrogant, Selfish, Narcissistic' 6:49 PM PT -- A rep for Cook County Sheriff’s office tells TMZ — Jussie will be given a comprehensive medical and mental health assessment by Health services, a security assessment and will be placed in appropriate housing. He will …
In our series of letters from African writers, Algerian-Canadian journalist Maher Mezahi reflects on the different way that conflicts in Europe and Africa are viewed. We are all equal, but some are more equal than others. This play on George Orwell's adage has been brought to life as war broke out at the gates of …
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Government says citizens are being denied entry into Poland amid growing reports of discrimination Footage shared on social media appears to show discrimination as people flee Ukraine The Nigerian government has condemned the treatment of thousands of its students and citizens fleeing the war in Ukraine, amid growing concerns that African students are facing discrimination …
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