Black Politics

On 5 April, thousands of Malians took to the streets of Bamako to demand the resignation of Prime Minister Soumeylou Boubeye Maïga and the departure of foreign forces from the country.

South Africa: Student Resistance in South Africa - the Saso Nine Trial and Steve Biko

Student protests swept across South African campuses in 2015 and 2016 under the banner of #FeesMustFall. The protests revitalised public interest in student politics. My recently published book, Limpopo's Legacy offers a historical perspective on these events.

With New Bill, Tennessee Tries To Out Do Georgia In Suppressing The Black Vote

Tennessee state legislators want to add a new trick to its Jim Crow voter suppression playbook that could rival Georgia’s racist efforts that most recently proved successful during last year’s pivotal midterm elections.

Trump’s Anti-Muslim Attacks On Rep. Ilhan Omar Are Backfiring

That cha-ching sound you hear is one of the unintended consequences of President Donald Trump‘s blatant attempts to fire up his base through Islamophobic attacks on Rep. Ilhan Omar.

Powerful photos of women protesting are shaping popular uprisings in Africa

In the photo, the ballerina’s twisted fingers dance towards the gloomy sky. Posing in the classic retiré position—with one of her legs bent upwards, the toes touching just above her knees—her eyes remain fixed on the camera.

World Bank Dispossessing Rural Poor

- The World Bank’s Enabling the Business of Agriculture (EBA) project, launched in 2013, has sought agricultural reforms favouring the corporate sector.

Southern Africa: Zimbabwe White Farmers Sue South Africa

In the early 2000s their farms were forcefully seized. Over 18 years later, Zimbabwe's white farmers are still seeking compensation. Now they are suing South Africa for helping Robert Mugabe suppress their case.

Morehouse Makes History With New Transgender Policy

Morehouse is the first all-male school to officially accept transgender students. After much debate, the college made the announcement this weekend.

Africa: Women and Ethiopia's Politics of Home Demolitions

The flattening of homes in Legetafo Legedadi has caused havoc for thousands. As usual, the poor and women are the worst affected. In February, bulldozers began demolishing thousands of homes in Legetafo Legedadi, outside Addis Ababa.

Africa: For Credible Elections, Africa Needs More From the AU

Africa is experiencing a busy electoral year. Two important polls took place in February, in Nigeria and Senegal, both under the watchful eye of the African Union (AU).

Egypt: How Egypt's Constitutional Changes Would Put the Military Above the Law

Proposed amendments would not only allow President al-Sisi to stay in power until 2034, but enhance military power and undermine the judiciary. In Egypt's farcical March 2018 elections, President Abdelfattah al-Sisi was re-elected with 97.8% of the vote.

From Empowerment During War, Eritrean Women Must Fight Gender Discrimination in a New Peace

This article is part of a series on the current state of civil society organisations (CSOs), which was the focus of International Civil Society Week (ICSW), sponsored by CIVICUS, and concluded in Belgrade, April 12 Helen Kidan is an Eritrean human rights activist and founding member of Horn Human Ri

State of Georgia to Provide Free Menstrual Products For Low-Income Women

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Gambia: Why This Former Dictator's Ousting Was Good for Democracy, but Bad for Women's Bodies

Having banned female genital cutting, his ousting was good for governance, but but not for women. Jakumba Ceesay was angry.

Civil Society Under Attack in Name of Counterterrorism

This article is part of a series on the current state of civil society organisations (CSOs), which will be the focus of International Civil Society Week (ICSW), sponsored by CIVICUS, and scheduled to take place in Belgrade, April 8-12.

Kenya: Mandera Elders to Negotiate Release of Abducted Cuban Doctors

The search for the two Cuban doctors abducted in Mandera on Friday by suspected Al Shabaab militants entered day three with little progress. Military choppers were seen hovering above Mandera town and parts of Somalia's Bulahawa on Sunday morning, but things remained quiet for the rest of the day.

When Youth Take on The Fight to Defend Rights

This article is part of a series on the current state of civil society organisations (CSOs), which was the focus of International Civil Society Week (ICSW), sponsored by CIVICUS, and which took place in Belgrade, April 8-12. - Abraham M.

Sudan Protest Group Calls for Civilian Government

Cairo — Sudan's main protest organizers have called for the immediate handover of power to a civilian government in the wake of the military coup that ousted President Omar al-Bashir last week.

Students At LeBron James’ I Promise School Show Impressive Academic Improvement

It’s been nearly a year since NBA star LeBron James opened the I Promise School in his hometown of Akron, Ohio and it has proven to be nothing short of impactful in the lives of underserved children.

Zimbabwe: How Grace's Power Grew in Inverse Proportion to Mugabe's Declining Health

Shortly before the Zanu PF conference held at Victoria Falls in early December 2015, the Women's League proposed a resolution to reintroduce a provision that one of Zanu PF's two vice-presidents would have to be a woman.

Election 2020: Ignore Women of Color at Your Own Peril [OP-ED]

As states begin to release insights on who voted in the 2018 midterm election, the historic turnout among women of color is an undeniable takeaway. In Texas alone, 1.

Civil Society, Press Freedom & Human Rights Under Attack in Africa

This article is part of a series on the current state of civil society organisations (CSOs), which is the focus of International Civil Society Week (ICSW), sponsored by CIVICUS, and scheduled to conclude in Belgrade, April 12 - The civic space in several African countries, including Tanzania, Burund

Sen. Kamala Harris Says She’s Not An ‘Obama Democrat’

Sen. Kamala Harris has been out on the campaign trail for what will be an epic battle to win the Democratic primary for president. She was one of many candidates who must decide if they want to distance themselves from former President Barack Obama or align themselves with him.

Sudan: We Will Hand Power as Soon as Possible, Says Sudan's Military

Cape Town — The head of the political committee of the newly established military transitional council has said in a press conference on Friday that the military has no political agenda for the country.

LeBron James Opened a School That Was Considered an Experiment. It’s Showing Promise.

AKRON, Ohio — The students paraded through hugs and high-fives from staff, who danced as Sister Sledge’s “We Are Family” blared through the hallways. They were showered with compliments as they walked through a buffet of breakfast foods.

Tell Me Again Why Prisoners Can’t Vote

Maine and Vermont allow inmates to cast ballots. The 48 other states should too. At a forum in Iowa last weekend, Senator Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts gave what has become a standard answer for Democrats on the question of felon disenfranchisement.

High School Opens Doors on Friday Nights to Keep Students Safe and Off the

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Conservatives Are So Scared Of AOC They’re Calling Her A Domestic Terrorist

New York Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has conservatives shook. So much so that some have resorted to calling her a terrorist. Fortunately, she — like always — had the perfect response to the foolishness. Comments like this clearly put AOC’s safety at risk, which she pointed out on Twitter.

What Blackface? Northam Is Campaigning For Democrats Like Nothing Happened

Just two months ago, Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam was caught up in a blackface scandal. Well, that’s apparently ancient history to Northam, who is back on the campaign trail like nothing ever happened. Richmond.com reports that on Wednesday Northam “attended a private event at the home of Del.

Sudan: How Protesters Upped the Ante, and Forced Al-Bashir From Power

Sudanese protesters against al-Bashir's regime have scored an important victory. But there's a long way to go before democracy is restored.

Sudan’s longtime ruler has been arrested and forced out of office

The three-decade rule of Sudanese president Omar Hassan al-Bashir has ended. In a television address, defense minister Ahmed Awad Ibn Awf said the 75-year-old leader has been arrested and put in a “safe place.

Sudan’s diaspora has played a crucial role in supporting the anti-Bashir protests

Wide spread anti-government demonstrations have rocked Sudan since December. Protests against high bread prices have turned into calls for an end to president Omar al-Bashir 30-year reign. The government has responded with force and in February it declared a year-long state of emergency.

Libya: Fight for Tripoli Escalates as UN Prepares to Meet

Fighting between rival Libyan governments for control of Tripoli worsened Wednesday as the United Nations Security Council gets ready to meet on the crisis. General Khalifa Haftar's Libyan National Army has set up an administration in the east.

Q&A: How These Oregon Leaders Are Empowering Black Women in the Criminal Justice System

It’s not breaking news to say that racial disparities plague the American criminal justice system. It’s a systemic issue that affects people of color in every state. However, one local community hopes to create a shift in that narrative.

Ava Duvernay Uses Clips From '13th' to Explain the Southern Strategy to Black Conservative

On Tuesday (April 9), the House Committee on the Judiciary held a hearing called “Hate Crimes and the Rise of White Nationalism.

The Congolese ruling family allegedly laundered millions through a Trump condo in NY

The daughter of the president of the Republic of Congo reportedly used stolen government funds to buy a $7 million condo in the Trump International Hotel & Tower in New York, raising new questions about the Trump Organization’s ties to money laundering.

Facebook is using AI to map exactly where Africa’s fast-growing population lives

The population of Africa is growing rapidly. Today, one out of every six people on Earth live in Africa. In 2050, the United Nations “medium scenario” projections predicts one in four humans will live in Africa and in 2100, more than one in three.

Sudanese Military Topples Omar al-Bashir as Anti-Government Protesters Vow to Stay in Streets

After months of protest, the Sudanese military ousted President Omar al-Bashir on Thursday, ending his nearly 30 years of authoritarian rule. Tens of thousands of protesters marched in celebration on the streets of Sudan.

Smears, Laws, Lack of Cooperation: Tools Against Activists

Zambia: Resistance Growing to Chinese Presence in Zambia

Zambia's ties with China are among the longest of all African countries. DW's Abu-Bakarr Jalloh and Fang Wan have been investigating how Zambians feel today, more than half a century after the relationship began. Yan Aimi sobs deeply as she walks down an aisle of her small convenience store.

Burundi: 10 Years On, Justice Denied for Murdered Activist

Nairobi — The government of Burundi has failed to deliver justice for the killing of Ernest Manirumva, a Burundian anti-corruption activist, a decade ago.

Sudan Police Ordered Not to Shoot Protesters

Khartoum/Washington/Juba — Protesters in Khartoum are continuing to demand the resignation of President Omar al-Bashir, staging a sit-in Tuesday outside army headquarters, where heavy gunfire was heard.

Nipsey Hussle Square: Councilman Moves To Name Intersection After Slain Rapper

The outpouring of love for Nipsey Hussle is also coming from the Los Angeles City Council where a lawmaker wants an intersection named in honor of the slain rapper.

Sen. Cory Booker Is The First Presidential Candidate To Put Action Behind Reparations

Reparations has been a major talking point for the Democratic candidates for president. But while most of them appear to be for reparations, none has created any action. On Monday, Sen. Cory Booker became the first one.

National Urban League And Urban One Announce Evaluation Results Of Several State Education Equality Plans

Evaluations of 37 state education plans resulted in nine states rated “excellent,” eight graded “poor” and all the rest assessed as “sufficient,” the National Urban League (NUL) and its media partner Urban One said. ALSO: NUL President & CEO Marc H.

Should U.S. provide reparations for descendants of slaves?

It’s a question being asked more frequently of Democrats running for the 2020 presidential nomination. Many have expressed varying degrees of support for reparations, giving the idea the greatest prominence it’s ever had among leading politicians.

When it comes to Africa’s growing debt, size doesn’t matter. Yet

Africa’s eurobond debt passed the $100-billion milestone after Ghana issued $2.7 billion on March 26. African countries issued a record $27.1 billion in 2018 alone, according to analysts at Renaissance Capital (RenCap). In 2019, three countries—Egypt, Ghana and Benin—have already issued $7.

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Bernie Sanders said he'd sign a bill to research reparations for descendants of slaves if elected president

NEW YORK CITY, NY — Sen. Bernie Sanders on Friday told Rev. Al Sharpton he would sign a bill to research reparations for descendants of slaves if elected president, somewhat reversing course on an issue that's emerged as one of the central topics of discussion along the 2020 campaign trail.

It Wasn’t ‘Verbal Blackface.’ AOC Was Code-Switching.

Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has been accused of a lot, but the latest charge is especially piquant. Apparently, the new representative of some of the most multiethnic neighborhoods in the United States has engaged in “verbal blackface.”

African Leaders Should Respect People's Right to Protest

On January 14, 2019, thousands of Zimbabweans protested against a 150 percent hike in fuel prices imposed on January 12 by President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s government. Security forces used excessive force including live ammunition on unarmed protesters.

South Africa: Facebook's South Africa Problem - Just What Exactly Is 'White Nationalism'?

Facebook, under enormous pressure to be more conscious about the content on the platform, has recently announced that beginning immediately it will start taking down posts that support white nationalism and white separatism.

West Africa: Why Age Gives West African Women More Autonomy and Power

Several studies, covering about 58 countries across the world, found that as women get older they are more able to make decisions independently of men.

Crips and Bloods march peacefully together in first gang truce for 27 years in tribute to Nipsey Hussle

GANG rivals the Bloods and the Crips have put aside their differences to march in memory of murdered rapper Nipsey Husssle.

Stacey Abrams Rejects The Idea That Democrats Can’t Win With A Black Woman Running For President

Stacey Abrams dismissed the idea among some Democrats that a Black woman candidate can’t beat Trump in the 2020 election. MSNBC’s “AM Joy” host Joy Reid asked the popular Democrat on Sunday what she made of the “add a Black lady notion” among many in her party.

Black Leaders Drag White Police Chiefs And Union Leaders Who Demand Kim Foxx’s Resignation

State’s Attorney Kim Foxx received plenty of support Saturday from Black leaders in Chicago who joined her in denouncing a group of white police chiefs in Illinois and police union officials who called for Foxx’s resignation over her handling of the Jussie Smollett case.

Ghana’s president wants to make French a formal language, but it’s not a popular plan

Ghana was one of the first British colonies in sub-Saharan Africa to achieve independence in 1957 and as such has had strong ties to the English language as a modern country for over a hundred years.

Meek Mill And Lawmakers Propose Probation Reform Bill

Philadelphia-bred hip-hip artist Meek Mill has become a fierce advocate for criminal justice reform.

Justin Fairfax’s Accusers Hoped Publicity Would Pressure Virginia To Take Action. It Didn’t

It was only two months ago when the state of Virginia became the hotbed of political and racial scandals that briefly turned America’s attention away from the Trump White House. Within days, Gov.

'Blowin’ Up' is a New Doc About a Court Room That Rules In Favor of Compassion

Most of the women in Stephanie Wang-Breal’s inspiring new documentary “Blowin’ Up” are shot in ways that obscures their identity, as most are undocumented immigrants.

South Africa: If You Think Legalising Marijuana is Bad, Think Again

Cape Town — With the cannabis industry exploding, the Cannabis Expo in Cape Town provides the perfect platform for international and local medical health professionals, agricultural providers and lifestyle brands to engage with industry experts and the public around this versatile plant.

Jussie Smollett Refusing To Pay Chicago Police For ‘Overtime’ And Now The City Is Retaliating

The Chicago Police Department cannot seem to contain their outrage Jussie Smollett is not behind bars — even though his 16 felony counts for filing a false police report wouldn’t have resulted in prison time.

Tunisia: Truth Commission Outlines Decades of Abuse

Tunis — Tunisia's Truth and Dignity Commission on March 26, 2019 made public its five-volume report analyzing and exposing the institutional networks that enabled human rights abuses over five decades, Human Rights Watch said today.

Somalia: EU Pledges Continued Support to Somalia Transition Plan

The European Union has pledged its continued commitment to support the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) to implement key programmes and activities under the Somalia Transition Plan.

Uganda: Government Using Colonial Tactics to Stay in Power - Besigye

Four — time presidential candidate Kizza Besigye has said the government is using colonial tactics to stop Opposition leaders from mobilising their supporters ahead of 2021 elections. Dr Besigye said despite the threats, vanguards of change will not relent.

Ethiopia Seeks to Mediate Talks Between Somali Govt and Somaliland Admin

Ethiopian Prime minister, Abiy Ahmed on Wednesday said his government is committed to mediate Somalia and Somaliland. Speaking at Jigjiga town during a meeting with the leaders of Ethio-Somali regional state, Abiy underscored that he will work on missions to stabilize horn of African region.

South Africa: Numsa Launches Political Party 'Which Puts the Rights of Workers First'

The first workers' party in South Africa has officially been launched and it hopes to garner the working class's votes and bag some seats in Parliament.

Afro-Venezuelans and the Bolivarian Revolution: A Discussion with Akinyele Umoja

With new domestic controversies breaking every day in the United States, it can be difficult to keep track of what’s happening abroad, even when it comes to U.S. foreign policy.

Nipsey Hussle's Death Brought L.A. Gang Leaders Together for a Unity Meeting

Nipsey Hussle was reportedly scheduled to meet with the LAPD to discuss gang violence hours after he was fatally shot. As a key figure in his community of South Los Angeles, Nipsey often used his resources to invest in local businesses and spearhead humanitarian efforts.

After Algerian President Resigns, Demonstrators Demand Government Overhaul & Vow to Keep Protesting

After two decades in power, longtime President Abdelaziz Bouteflika resigned on Tuesday following weeks of protest. The move came shortly after military leaders called for him to step down.

Chicago Elects First Black Lesbian Mayor—But Not All Progressives See It As a Victory

Last night (April 2), Chicago made history when it elected its 56th mayor. Lori Lightfoot is the city’s first Black woman in the top spot. Lightfoot was a relative political outsider in the city of 2.7 million residents in the few months preceeding the election. Per The New York Times:

Chicago’s New Mayor Wants To Waste More Time On Jussie Smollett

Many people were rejoicing that Lori Lightfoot will be the first Black and openly LGBT mayor of Chicago. But she is getting some serious side-eyes, especially when less than 24 hours after being elected she wants to focus on the charges that were dropped against Jussie Smollett.

Western Sahara: 'No One Even Knows If We're There or Not'

Why anger is mounting among a young generation of refugees. Several days of UN-convened informal talks on the Western Sahara late last month appear to have yielded little towards bringing the decades-long conflict to a close.

Africa’s historic free trade deal now has enough countries signed up to go into force

It is now official: Africa’s free trade agreement has drawn enough signatures to go into operation. On Tuesday (Apr. 2), The Gambia’s parliament was the 22nd nation to ratify the agreement, the minimum threshold expected to approve the deal among the 55 member states of the African Union.

Justin Fairfax’s Accuser Speaks Out: ‘There Has Been An Expectation To Protect Black Men At All Costs’

In February, Meredith Watson claimed that Virginia’s lieutenant governor Justin Fairfax raped her while they were in college at Duke University nearly two decades ago. She is now speaking to Gayle King on CBS This Morning.

Nigeria: Shell Paid Nigeria U.S.$6.3 Billion in 2018, Highest in the World

Royal Dutch Shell, Nigeria's largest foreign investor paid the Nigerian government $6,397,325,844 as oil production entitlement, taxes, royalties and fees arising from the company's activities involving oil and gas exploration, development and extraction in the year 2018.

6 Lies and Truths About Black Unemployment Under Trump's Administration

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She’s the Mayor: Lori Lightfoot Becomes the 1st Black Woman and 1st Openly Gay Person Elected to Lead the City of Chicago

In a historic election that saw two black women competing to become mayor of the nation’s third-largest city, voters in Chicago Tuesday night chose Lori Lightfoot to become the first black woman and the first openly gay person to lead the city as its mayor.

South Africa’s election season rhetoric has sparked fresh xenophobic attacks on African migrants

Xenophobic violence has erupted in South Africa again, in a cycle that is now being fueled by politicians ramping up anti-immigrant rhetoric in a country where foreigners are easy targets.

Baltimore’s New Acting Mayor Knows A Few Things About Fighting Off ‘Racially Motivated’ Political Attacks

Baltimore City Council President Bernard C. “Jack” Young, who has temporarily taken over the reins of city government power, is a battle-tested veteran of fending off “racially motivated” political attacks from Republicans.

Michael Brown’s Mother, Lezley McSpadden, Might Be Elected To Ferguson City Council

Lezley McSpadden, the mother of Michael Brown, the 18-year-old who was killed by a white police officer in Ferguson, Missouri, could make political history if she is elected to the suburban St. Louis city council Tuesday.

Zimbabwe: Parliament Approves African Rights, Democracy Charter

The National Assembly and Senate have passed a resolution approving the African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance (ACDEG) which seeks to enhance democracy among member countries.

Africa: Why Cabinet, Rather Than Parliament, Is the Centre of Power for African Women

How do we know whether women are achieving equitable levels of political representation? For many years, scholars have focused on women's representation in legislatures. But in many African states power is in fact concentrated in the executive branch.

Africa: What Is the Alternative to Western Media for Africans?

Many Africans grew up with the BBC and CNN as their sources of information. In fact, these stations remain the main news source for a lot of us. Are there other options that might serve Africans better? Many of us on the continent grew up listening to the BBC or watching CNN.

Rapper Nipsey Hussle is being remembered for his community work as much as his music

It’s not often a rapper killed in senseless gun violence is celebrated by some of hip hop and Hollywood’s biggest stars, fashion icons, local civil society, community leaders and ministers of foreign governments.

Democratic Presidential Candidates To Pitch Black Voters At The 2019 NAN Convention

The 2019 National Action Network (NAN) convention will draw nearly a dozen 2020 presidential candidates to the annual gathering, which gives them an opportunity to make their case to Black voters. It runs from April 3 – April 6.

Algeria’s president will finally step down this month after 20 years in power

Algeria’s ailing president Abdelaziz Bouteflika is finally set to step down from office after 20 years, following several weeks of unprecedented national protests.

Africa: Cape Verde Gives Pointers on Achieving Universal Health Coverage

Praia — After three days of intense work and great debates, the second Africa Health Forum came to an end in Cape Verde.

Burundi Tightens Screws On Media Freedom

The Burundian government today signalled a new attack on media freedom, announcing it would renew the Voice of America's (VOA) suspension and withdraw the British Broadcasting Corporation's (BBC) operating license.

Nigeria: The Death of Democracy in Nigeria - a Coroner's Inquest (V)

The horrific events of 1966 and the genocidal Biafran war have been competently documented by historians and other interested parties.

Africa: UN Chief Hopeful for Libya, After Quartet Meeting in Tunis

Secretary-General António Guterres said he is hopeful for a solution to the eight-year long conflict in Libya, after a high-level meeting in Tunis, Tunisia, on Saturday with officials from the Arab League, the European Union and the African Union -- the group known as the 'Libya Quartet.

Georgia Senate Honors T.I. For Activism Efforts In Atlanta

Atlanta-bred hip-hop artist T.I. has been a fierce advocate for the underserved and his philanthropic efforts have been recognized by politicians in the state of Georgia.

The World Is Watching: Woman Suing Harvard for Photos of Enslaved Ancestors Says History Is At Stake

Who has the right to own photos of slaves? We speak with Tamara Lanier, the great-great-great-granddaughter of Papa Renty, the enslaved man whose image was captured in a 19th century photograph currently owned by Harvard University.

Mali's Volatile Mix of Communal Rivalries and a Weak State Is Fuelling Jihadism

Mali's Mopti region has seen a drastic rise of violence since 2015. Last year at least 202 civilians were killed in 42 incidents. In March this year more than 150 were killed in attacks against two villages in this central Malian region.

Trump extended Liberians’ migrant status to 2020 but a lawsuit is coming anyway

Relief and excitement spread through Liberian communities in the United States on Thursday (Mar. 28) after president Donald Trump issued an executive order extending the deadline of the Deferred Enforced Departure program for 4,000 Liberians living in the US to Mar. 30, 2020.

New Study Suggests That America May Be Ready For Reparations To Blacks

If a new survey is accurate, most Americans are receptive to the controversial idea of the federal government granting reparations to African-Americans.

Ghana Tackles Floods, Waste and Pollution With Accra Resilience Plan

Dakar — The West African country on Thursday became the second in the region after Senegal to launch a plan to help its capital city, Accra, grow safely as part of the 100 Resilient Cities global network Ghana plans to replace its polluting "trotro" buses and formalise waste collection in slums as

Africa: Former Liberation Movements Charge to the Rescue of Western Sahara

Southern Africa's former liberation movements have symbolically donned their old camouflage uniforms and are resuming the decolonisation struggle. This time though, the colonising power in their sights is a fellow African country, Morocco.

Somalia: Man Deported From U.S. Killed By Roadside Bomb in Mogadishu

Ahmed Salah had sought refuge, arguing that Mogadishu was not safe enough for him and his family, but the immigration judge declined his plea and ordered him back. Unfortunately yesterday, he was killed in a roadside bomb, leaving behind a wife and two young children.

Facebook Is Helping Advertisers Discriminate Against Black People, HUD Says

Facebook has found itself in legal hot water with the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for allegedly giving users’ personal data to advertisers, enabling them to place discriminatory ads on the platform.

Rahm Emanuel’s Reaction To Jussie Smollett Is Further Insult For Laquan McDonald

Laquan McDonald had been dead for 13 months before the public saw the dash cam video showing him walking away from police officer Jason Van Dyke when he was gunned down, killed at the age of 17. Van Dyke shot him 16 times within 14 seconds.

The most common destination for African immigrants is neither Europe nor North America

There is even more evidence that African immigrants are more likely to move elsewhere within the continent than outside it.

You Won’t See A White Man As The Lead In A Jordan Peele Film

Jordan Peele‘s is the new master of horror. “Us” hit theaters last weekend and it was an instant box office smash. According to the Hollywood Reporter, the Universal film brought in $70.3 million in ticket sales, which is the largest debut for an original horror film.

Gambia: How the Gambia Is Going About Its Search for Truth and Reconciliation

Seeking uncomfortable truths about atrocities perpetrated against citizens has become an integral part of rebuilding societies after the fall of authoritarian regimes or at the end of armed conflicts.

Uganda: Business Paralysed As Police Fired Teargas, Bullets to Disperse Striking Kyambogo Students

Business in and around Kyambogo university premises was paralysed as police fired teargas to disperse students who were striking over what they described as an unfair fees policy.

Warner Music is the latest major record label group to bet on Afrobeats

Warner Music Group, the world’s third largest record label, is the latest major player to invest in the Afrobeats genre, inking a partnership deal with one of the Nigeria’s leading labels, Chocolate City Entertainment.

Algeria: Are We on the Brink of Another Arab Spring?

Are anti-government protests in Algeria the herald of an Arab-spring sequel? Some regional autocrats appear to fear so and are cracking down on even the mildest of dissent, say analysts.

Algeria: Army in Spotlight as North African Nation Faces Popular Uprising

Algerian President Abdelaziz Bouteflika's days seemed numbered Wednesday, as the country's ruling party and top labor union joined cascading calls for the ailing 82-year-old leader to resign.

Jeffrey Wright-Narrated Doc 'Rigged' Highlights Voter Suppression Tactics

Wright: “I hope ‘Rigged’ sounds an alarm that wakes America up.”

Trump Administration Expands Reach of Abortion 'Global Gag Rule'

Also known as the “Mexico City policy” and the “Global Gag Rule,” this policy was first put into place by President Ronald Reagan in 1984, but was rescinded by Bill Clinton in 1993. Trump’s 2017 executive order reinsititued it. A 2017 report from the Guttmacher Institute

New Report Highlights Need, Strategies for Juvenile Justice Reform

The Urban Institute, in conjunction with the Youth First Initiative, unveiled a new report today (March 27) titled ”Promoting A New Direction for Youth Justice,” which outlines practical, community-based strategies for reforming the juvenile justice system.

Gambia: How Yahya Jammeh Stole a Country

Gambia's former President Yahya Jammeh orchestrated the embezzlement of nearly US$1 billion of public funds and illegal timber revenue during his 22-year rule, looting the treasury in a long-running conspiracy that crippled one of the world's poorest countries.

First Black Woman to Lead Virginia Police Dept Says She Was Forced to Resig

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Liberia: Swiss Will Try Former Rebel Leader Alieu Kosiah for War Crimes

Cape Town — In a ground-breaking case, Swiss prosecutors have announced that Alieu Kosiah, a former commander of the United Liberation Movement for Democracy in Liberia (ULIMO) who was arrested in Switzerland nearly five years ago, will be put on trial in the country for war crimes allegedly commi

Here's Where to Go to Find the Latest Scholarships For Black Students

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Africa: Poor Lose Out As Rich Countries Link Aid With Trade - Think-Tank

London — Rich countries are using their aid budgets to promote their own national interests rather than focusing on helping people in poor countries, according to research published by a global think-tank on Tuesday.

How Ending Obamacare Would Hurt Black People

President Trump announced his renewed effort to end President Barack Obama’s signature health care reform law at a time when the Affordable Care Act (ACA), more commonly known as Obamacare, has narrowed the racial gap in health care coverage.

Chicago Police Still Whining About Jussie Smollett And Now Attacking Cook County’s First Black Woman State Attorney

With the way the Chicago Police Department was acting, you’d think Jussie Smollett killed someone. (That would be ironic since that’s the same police force that has decades of blood on its hands, from Fred Hampton to Laquan McDonald, but we digress.

Angola Reiterates Its Commitment to Western Sahara

Pretoria — Angola's Vice President Bornito de Sousa reaffirmed Angola's commitment to support diplomatic initiatives to overcome the deadlock on Western Sahara dispute.

Liberia: Bar to Reawaken TRC Recommendations

Perpetrators of the 14 years civil unrest in Liberia are said to be in serious trouble as the Liberia National Bar Association (LNBA) has vowed to begin discussions on the Truth Reconciliation Commission (TRC) report.

How a Nigerian genome team contained a Lassa fever outbreak with international partners

Lassa fever first flared across Nigeria in February 2018, 1081 cases reported in just six weeks, according to the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control; 57 people, including four healthcare workers, died.

Zimbabwe: President Speaks On Africa's Last Colony

Pretoria — President Mnangagwa yesterday said African leaders cannot continue to fail the people of Western Sahara, the only nation on the continent under colonisation, and should unrelentingly persist to make clarion calls to the world that enough is enough.

Congo-Kinshasa: Why the DRC's Latest Power-Sharing Deal Will Struggle - - Just Like Previous Ones

When Felix Tshisekedi was announced the winner of the disputed presidential election in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) it was widely assumed that he had agreed to a power sharing deal with outgoing President Joseph Kabila and his Common Front for Congo coalition.

Cameroon: Govt Cracks Down On Opponents

Cameroon's High Court refused to release opposition leader Maurice Kamto, as well as six of his supporters, who were arrested in January on politically motivated charges.

Africa: Only One Country Needed to Realise Africa Single Market

Ethiopia last week ratified the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), leaving only one more ratification for it to take effect. Twenty-two ratifications are required for the agreement to enter into force and so far 21 countries have ratified their instruments.

Q&A: Guyana’s Roadmap to Become a Green State

- In 2008, the then president of Guyana, Bharrat Jagdeo, established within the Ministry of the Presidency the Office of Climate Change. Guyana became the first country in the region to do so.

Businesses and Influencers Consider Black-Owned Platform as a Social Media

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The Nollywood movie experiment to research Nigerians’ anti-corruption behavior

The popularity of Nigeria’s Nollywood movie industry—the world’s second largest by volume—was covertly deployed for a social cause five years ago.

Northam Enacts Bill Creating African-American Advisory Board Amid Doubts About His Racial Reconciliation Tour

Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam, who has admitted to wearing blackface, gave his approval for the creation of an African-American advisory board while doubts remain about his commitment to a racial reconciliation tour.

West Africa: How Francophone Scholarship Deepened Our Understanding of Democracy and Social Change

What do Alfred Sauvy, Jean-Pierre Olivier de Sardan and Frantz Fanon have in common? Their works were all written in French and have made considerable contributions to our understanding of democracy and social change, whatever is the context.

Sudan Uprising - Protests Across Sudan and Across the World

Khartoum / Omdurman / Geneva / New York / Washington / London — Demonstrations calling for the unconditional step-down of President Omar Al Bashir and his regime, that has held power in Sudan for 30 years, continued throughout the capital of Khartoum.

Communication, a Key Tool for South-South Cooperation

- Communication can be a key tool for the development of cooperation among the countries of the global South, but the ever closer relations between them do not receive the attention they deserve from the media.

Africa: Kenyan Teacher Peter Tabichi Wins Sh100mn Global Teacher Prize

Nairobi — Kenyan teacher Peter Tabichi has been named winner of the $1mn (Sh100 million) Global Teacher Prize 2019.

Racist Rep. Steve King Under Fire For Remarks About Katrina Victims

Iowa’s GOP Rep. Steve King came under fire for a thinly veiled racist remark about New Orleans’ Hurricane Katrina victims in the aftermath of a recent flood in his state.

Disrupt Harlem Code Squad Shows The Power Of Culturally Competent Tech Programs

Three days out of the week Amantina Sosa would wake up before the sun rose to prepare for an early morning shift at Starbucks.

Africa: Addressing root causes of conflicts key to sustainable development in Africa, says UN Deputy Chief

Marrakesh, Morocco, March 23, 2019 (ECA) – Africa cannot have sustainable development without sustaining peace, United Nations Deputy Secretary General, Amina Mohammed said Saturday.

How the music of 1950’s Cuba revolutionized the sound of young Senegal

Thierno Koite’s memories of Dakar in the 1960s and 1970s are extremely vivid, “I remember falling asleep on the speakers in various clubs in Dakar as Afro-Cuban music played. At that time, I was a young boy, but I would attend my cousin’s and brother’s rehearsals.”

Uganda: If Water Is Life, We Should Protect It

Water is life. This is not just a bumper-sticker statement. Water affects almost every facet of our lives, whether we know it or not. The entire week, water issues have been highlighted in several fora in the run up to Water Day (March 22) celebrations.

Mississippi Passes Restrictive 'Heartbeat Ban' Abortion Law

Mississippi’s leadership just made it even harder for women to control their reproductive health. On Thursday (March 21), Mississippi Republican Governor Phil Bryant signed a law that bans abortion The New York Times: In a signing ceremony in Jackson on Thursday, Mr.

Guinea Risks 'Conflict and Confusion' With Mining Eviction Policy

Dakar — Civil society groups rejected Guinea's first policy seeking to protect people displaced by mines and dams on Thursday, saying it would worsen poverty and conflict in the mineral-rich nation.

Congo-Kinshasa: U.S. Sanctions Top Congolese Election Officials

Washington, DC — Today (March 21, 2019), the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned three senior Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) officials.

Re-Elected Sheriff Plans To Ignore ‘Walking While Black’ Report

The priority of Jacksonville, Florida’s newly re-elected sheriff doesn’t include address his department’s practice of targeting African-American pedestrians for tickets. Voters gave Sheriff Mike Williams a second term on Tuesday.

Florida House Advances Bill That Would Limit Voting Rights for Formerly Incarcerated

Critics are speaking out against a bill that would require formerly incarcerated Florida residents to pay fines before they can have their voting rights restored, The New York Times reports.

Colin Kaepernick’s NFL Settlement Allegedly Much Lower Than Reported

Colin Kaepernick and Eric Reid allegedly settled big with their lawsuit against the NFL. Now there are reports the settlement was under $10 million. The Wall Street journal reports, “The settlement is far less than the tens of millions of dollars Mr.

Man Convicted Of Threatening To Kill Obama, Maxine Waters As Trump Refuses To Denounce Political Violence

A jury on Wednesday convicted Stephen J. Taubert of making death threats to former President Barack Obama and California’s Democratic Rep. Maxine Waters. After the three-day trial, jurors concluded that Taubert selected Obama and Waters because of their race, the U.S.

The Statue of Liberty climber activist will not go to prison but her activism is being restricted

Congolese-American activist Patricia Okoumou will not go to prison for climbing Lady Liberty’s pedestal on July 4, 2018 to protest the Trump administration’s immigration policy of separating children from their families at the Mexican border.

Africa: Electric Vehicle Companies Called On to Produce 'Ethical Battery' Within Five Years

Amnesty International is today publicly challenging leaders within the electric vehicle industry to make the world's first completely ethical battery within five years.

How Call Me MISTER Is Putting Black Men In the Classroom

The seal of the state of South Carolina has the phrase “Animis opibusque parati,” which means “Prepared in mind and resources.

Nigeria: Is Nigeria Ready to Leave No One Behind? World Water Day 2019

Imagine... 10-year-old Funke kicks up dust as she makes her way out of the door to the stream. You can barely see the dust because it is only 5am.

The Hidden U.S. Air War in Somalia: Amnesty Accuses U.S. of Possible War Crimes for Civilian Deaths

Amnesty International is accusing the United States of covering up civilian casualties in its secretive air war in Somalia targeting the militant group al-Shabab. The U.S. has carried out over 100 strikes in Somalia since 2017.

Anti-Government Protests Continue in Haiti; New Details Emerge About Role of U.S. Mercenaries

Ongoing protests are roiling Haiti, as demonstrators take to the streets to demand President Jovenel Moïse’s resignation due to government corruption and mismanagement of the country’s oil fund.

Cameroon: Conviviality in Seeking Solutions

Observably, national and international concerns on the return to normalcy in Cameroon is growing by the day.

African strongmen are the biggest stumbling blocks to internet access on the continent

Internet disruptions have become a mainstay in Africa, with five countries—namely Gabon, Sudan, Zimbabwe, Chad, and DR Congo—already blocking connectivity just three months into 2019.

Black Votes Matter: What Eliminating The Electoral College Would Mean For African-Americans

Black voters have plenty to gain from replacing the electoral college—a system built originally to protect the interest of white, male slave owners—with selecting presidents through a popular vote. Massachusetts Democrat Sen.

Cote d'Ivoire: Meet Dana Mroueh, the Ivorian Eco-Friendly Chocolatier

Ivorian chocolate maker Dana Mroueh is making organic, eco-friendly chocolate in an industry that poses a threat to the environment because it spurs the particularly aggressive deforestation in Ivory Coast.

Florida Jim Crow Republicans Try Restricting Felon Voting Rights To Keep Power

Florida Republicans, seeking to keep power in the swing state, were doing everything they could to restrict the voting rights of felons that were restored under a constitutional amendment in November.

Namibia: AR Wants Law to Ban Foreign Land Ownership

The Affirmative Repositioning movement has called on parliament to enact a law prohibiting foreign nationals from owning land in Namibia.

In Light Of The College Admissions Scandal, Is Affirmative Action Still Relevant?

fter news broke of the largest Acollege admissions scandal ever prosecuted in U.S. history, the question of affirmative action in education and its continued need was thrust back into the national conversation.

Q&A: Caribbean Losing Momentum on Climate Change and Concerted Action is Needed

- In 2015, the Caribbean was “the region that could” on the climate change scene. Countries rallied under the ‘1.5 to Stay Alive’ banner, in the face of an existential threat. The now former Sustainable Development Minister of Saint Lucia Dr.

Demands Met After NYC Students Locked Staff Out of School to Protest About

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Ben Carson’s Lazy Work Schedule Explains A Lot About HUD’s Poor Condition

Ben Carson was forced to reveal his work schedule and confirmed he hasn’t been working very hard at his job. That may explain part of the reason why folks living in public housing have suffered under his leadership of the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

Sudan: Pressure From the People in Sudan

The longer genuine political and economic reform is delayed in Sudan, the greater the risk of wider instability and deepening economic crisis. President Omar al-Bashir, who came to power in an Islamist-backed military coup in 1989, is facing the most serious challenge to his regime to date.

Trump Who Has Courted White Supremacists Denies They Pose A Threat After New Zealand Shooting

President Donald Trump, who kicked off his 2016 presidential campaign at Trump Tower with an appeal to white nationalism, came under fire Sunday for denying that white supremacy ideology poses a serious threat globally.

NY Lawmaker Wants To Make Calling Cops On Innocent Black People A Hate Crime

State Sen. Jesse Hamilton, a Democrat who represents the Brooklyn neighborhoods of Brownsville, Crown Heights and Flatbush, said he’d been speaking with voters in his district earlier this month when an unidentified woman called the cops on him for no apparent reason.

Newspaper Owner Who Called for Klan to ‘Ride Again’ Loses Black Editor That Envisioned New Direction

An Alabama newspaper that found itself in the national spotlight over its owner’s call for a Ku Klux Klan revival won’t move in the direction that the new Black editor wanted. Elecia R.

Africa: A Modern Pan-Africa Needs the Fierce Urgency of Now

Ghana's Independence, celebrated on March 6 is as important as the profound statement by her pan-Africanist first prime minister and later president, Kwame Nkrumah, in 1957, that it was meaningless unless all African countries were free.

Africa has forgotten the women leaders of its independence struggle

When the British colonial officers refused to give permits for demonstrations, activist Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti mobilized local market women for what she called “picnics” and festivals.

University Of South Florida Elects First Black Woman Student Body President

A student at the University of South Florida is breaking racial barriers and displaying #BlackExcellence at the institution.

Three Takeaways from Disaster Relief in Puerto Rico

Mark Baker is Director of Disaster Response at Water Mission* - Those of us working in disaster relief know what to expect when a hurricane or earthquake strikes with devastating fury. We know that safe water, food, and shelter will be the most immediate needs for survivors.

Using Climate-Smart Solutions to Promote Peace in South Sudan

- Almost a month to go ahead of the traditional rainy season in Gbudue State, 430 kilometres west of South Sudan’s capital, Juba, smallholder farmers are already tilling their land as they prepare to plant purer, drought-tolerant seeds.

Free Stella Nyanzi, Demand Pan African Activists in Ghana

- On Saturday 9th March, a small group of activists from Ghana, concerned by the continued incarceration of Ugandan feminist activist Dr Stella Nyanzi, rallied by the symbolic national independence Square to raise awareness on the dangers of remaining quiet to injustice.

Africa: Fridays With Fatima - What Can the Media Do to Promote Peacebuilding?

interview Fatima Madaki, introduced in the first episode of Fridays with Fatima, works with Search for Common Ground Nigeria, which focuses on peacebuilding in Nigeria's communities, where citizens deal with Boko Haram attacks, Biafra separatists, and violence involving Fulani herders and farmers in

Namibia: The Bones of Contention in the Ovaherero-Nama Genocide Case

The eardrums of the New York southern district judge echoed with tales of enslavement, concentration camps, stolen land, rapes of women and children, lynched and dissected bodies, and dry bones.

Entrepreneur and His Son Launch Black WallStreeter Consultation Services to

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Africa Needs Cash, Science for New Model of Green Development - Leaders

Barcelona — African countries must tackle climate change with a new economic model rooted in clean energy, forest protection and technology to support farmers - but they will need more investment and research to make that happen, leaders said on Thursday.

Africa: The Exception - Behind Senegal's History of Stability

Senegal's elections have been peaceful and the incumbent president, Macky Sall, has been reelected. For many this comes as no surprise. Senegal has long been a stable democracy in a region plagued by military coups, civil wars and ethnic conflicts. It's been considered an "exception" in West Africa.

The Freedom School Demonstration Farm: Breathing New Life into Black Farmin

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Africa: Decolonisation Is Not a Commodity

At this stage of the revolution, the student movement must sharpen its tools of analysis and wage a fight against the hijacking of decolonisation by university managers and its commodification by the market.

Tanzania: Is Tanzania Discarding Nyerere's Freedom-Fighting Legacy?

Tanzania's stance on Palestine suggests its history of fighting global injustice could be making way for a more pragmatic "economic diplomacy". Tanzania Palestine: Former Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat with Tanzania's former President Julius Nyerere.

South Sudan: Salvaging South Sudan's Fragile Peace Deal

The truce in South Sudan is holding but could break down at any time. To stave off renewed civil war, external actors should urge the belligerents to strike new bargains on security and internal boundaries - and accept a third-party protection force for the capital.

Africa: How Good Urban Farming Can Combat Bad Eating

Unhealthy diets pose a massive and growing health threat across the world. In Africa, traditional foods and inner-city farms could be the answer. Unhealthy diets pose a bigger global health risk than unsafe sex, alcohol, drug and tobacco use combined.

Africa: High Cost of Having China As Africa's Partner of Choice

Africa's history is laced with decades of colonial exploitation, which together with developmental assistance programmes such as the International Monetary Fund's structural adjustment initiatives of the 1980s and 1990s, has had debilitating consequences.

South Sudan: Why the Latest Peace Deal in South Sudan Won't Hold

South Sudan plunged into conflict in 2013 after President Salva Kiir accused his deputy Riek Machar of an attempted coup d'etat. After five years in which regional powers sought ways to end the stalemate, Kiir and Machar signed the latest in a series of power-sharing peace agreements.

Trump’s Racism Has Infected High School Students Now

President Donald Trump’s embrace of white supremacists and his hateful rhetoric has infected high school students who think there’s nothing wrong with acting like him, according to a new study that was released on Wednesday.

Until We Reckon: Mass Incarceration, Violence & the Radical Possibilities of Restorative Justice

A staggering 2.2 million people are locked up in America’s sprawling prison system, and more than half of those currently confined in state prisons have been convicted of violent crime.

Cheating, Bribes & Lies: DOJ Charges Dozens of Rich Parents & Coaches in College Admission Scandal

Operation Varsity Blues. That’s the name of a sweeping federal probe into what the Justice Department calls the biggest college admissions scam the agency has ever uncovered.

Ending The Death Penalty Doesn’t Fix A Racist Criminal Justice System

California became the latest state to halt the death penalty, just one of the many elements in the criminal justice system that has been plagued by racism and discrimination. Democratic Gov.

Cameroon: Constitutional Crisis Worsens in Cameroon

What started as a struggle for sovereignty by citizens of southern Cameroon has spiraled into a full-blown crisis.

Africa: Why the World Needs an African Ecofeminist Future

Orthodox economic models have failed us all, but women across Africa are resisting them and coming up with visionary alternatives. We need an "African ecofeminist future". And by we, I don't just mean Africa, I mean everyone.

African Peer Review - Progress Is Being Made, but There Are Problems

There was great excitement and hype when the African Peer Review Mechanism was launched 16 years ago. This was because it presented an innovative approach to improving governance on the continent.

Rwanda: Regional Legal Body Set to Reconcile Uganda, Rwanda

Arusha — The East African Law Society (EALS) has stepped in to reconcile feuding Uganda and Rwanda.

South Africa: Venezuela an Issue Between Allies U.S. and South Africa

Differences between South African and U.S. policy on Venezuela's political crisis are likely to come to the fore this week, as U.S. Deputy Secretary of State John J. Sullivan visits southern Africa.

Africa: Are Ratings Agencies Hurting Africa's Economies?

When international ratings agencies like Moody's or Fitch downgrade countries, the economies of these nations suffer. African governments have had enough and are retaliating against what they call 'subjective' ratings.

The College Admission Scandal Is A Reminder Of A Broken System Against Black Folks

You probably don’t remember the name Kelley Williams-Bolar. In 2011, she was a 41-year-old single mother in Ohio who desperately wanted her students to attend an elite school in the Copley-Fairlawn School District. One problem: she didn’t live in that district.

Stacey Abrams Says 2020 Run For President Is ‘Definitely On The Table’

Stacey Abrams, one of the shining new stars in the Democratic Party’s constellation, could join the field of candidates seeking to push President Trump out of office in 2020.

Africa: What Having New U.S. Official for Africa Means for the Continent

Cape Town — U.S. Official Sullivan on Whirlwind Tour of South Africa, Angola and An Attitude of "Wait and See" as Agoa Hurtles to 2025

The “father of the Web” says we need laws to curb “state-sponsored” internet crackdown

The internet turns 30 today, underscoring how in its nascent existence, it has transformed everything in our daily lives.

Nigerian State Elections Marred By 'Systemic Failings' - EU

International observers have condemned accusations of violence and intimidation during the highly-contested state elections. State governors wield a considerable amount of power and influence in Nigerian politics.

READ: What It Means That the Environmental Justice Movement is Overwhelmingly White

As presidential hopefuls and Democrat politicians continue to embrace—or distance themselves—from the subject of climate change and the Green New Deal, a new article in The Guardian highlights a major dilemma facing the entire environmental justice movement: the lack of proportional racial repr

States Keep Trying To Dictate What Poor People Can Buy With Food Stamps

Several states have for years been preoccupied with trying to control what kind of food low-income residents purchase with their food stamps. In the latest example, Arkansas state Rep.

Africa: Streamlining the AU's Rapid Response Capabilities

Over the past five years, there has been a great deal of debate about the African Union's (AU) ability to rapidly deploy a combat force in crisis situations.

Guinea Bissau: Tradition or Trafficking? Guinea-Bissau Children Suffer in Senegal's Islamic Schools

Velingara, Guinea-Bissau — Human rights groups say many Koranic schools in Senegal are money-making schemes which exploit children from other West African nations.

Sudan: Just Fall, That Is All!

analysis "These protests are unprecedented in terms of their length and sustainability, their geographical spread throughout the entire country, and the remarkable coalition of youth groups, civil society organizations, and opposition political parties that have joined in these protests now still on

West Africa: Will Elections in Guinea-Bissau End Years of Political Crisis?

On Sunday a new parliament will be elected in Guinea-Bissau. 21 parties are battling for 102 seats. Guineans hope the poll will mark the end of a long period of political crisis in the West African country.

Rap Sheets Haunt Former Inmates. California May Change That.

After spending more than seven years in prison for robbery and auto theft, Jay Jordan tried to get work selling insurance, real estate and used cars, but was repeatedly turned away, he said.

Angola's Opposition Alliance Installs New Leader

Angolan third political force, the Casa-Ce alliance, has installed Mr André Mendes de Carvalho as its new leader. Mr Carvalho's elevation to the top hierarchy is part of the alliance's preparations for the 2022 General Election, which it hopes to contest as a single party.

WATCH: Lawmakers, Advocates Center Black Women on National Women and Girls HIV Awareness Day

Today (March 10), on National Women and Girls HIV AIDS Awareness Day, advocates and lawmakers stand in solidarity with thousands of women who are living with HIV.

Virginia Black Caucus Members Frustrated With Northam’s Apparent Fake Racial Reconciliation Tour

Some Virginia Black lawmakers said they want to see a serious effort at racial reconciliation from Gov. Ralph Northam. Northam, a Democrat, declined to resign from office after a racist photo from his medical school yearbook surfaced on Feb. 1 and he later admitted to wearing blackface.

Ben Carson Backtracks From Resigning As The Deplorable Secretary Of HUD

Earlier this week, Ben Carson finally made a good decision as the secretary of the department of Housing and Urban Development. The former neurosurgeon said he would resign after Trump’s first term. Now he changed his mind. In a long Facebook post he wrote, “I am not leaving.

Algeria: Protests in Algeria, Start of Something Bigger?

An ailing 82-year-old refusing to relinquish the presidency, resentment against a ruling civilian and military cabal, and an economy in crisis have sparked mass protests across Algeria in recent weeks.

Africa: Return of the Arab Spring and the Time for African Rainmakers

Sometimes the world changes so slowly that we miss it. And at other times it changes too quickly, we miss it too. In the past few days, we have seen quite a bit of each of those two realities.

Jussie Smollett Indicted By A Grand Jury On 16 Felony Counts

Jussie Smollett has officially been indicted by a grand jury. The actor has maintained his innocence. The “Empire” actor was originally arrested and charged with disorderly conduct for allegedly filing a false report on Feb. 21.

Urgent Call for African Food Sovereignty Movements to Connect with Radical Feminist Movements on the Continent

This opinion piece is part of IPS coverage of International Women's Day on Mar. 8 - Africa is facing dire times.

Africa: Rwanda - Real Equality or Gender-Washing?

Few countries have more women in politics than Rwanda. They make up 60 percent of the lawmakers, 50 percent of the cabinet and half of the supreme court judges. But how much influence does this translate into. "Of course we are not perfect, but I think it's a good example," Natacha Umutoni told DW.

Congress Investigates EPA For Refusing NASA's Help After Hurricane Harvey

In 2017, Hurricane Harvey hit Houston, doing billions of dollars in damage to the Texas city. Not only was there loss of lives and homes, but the storm caused serious environmental damage.

Fear the “Bern?” Bernie Sanders is Too Left for the Democratic Party

The corporate Democrats truly fear Sanders because he represents a dangerous political path that may lead large portions of the population to demand an improvement in their condition.

Africa: One Year On, Africa Free Trade Deal Nears Reality

Almost a year after the formal launch of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), the plan is inching toward the 22-country threshold needed for implementation.

Jay-Z’s Roc Nation Is Becoming A Bastion Of Civil Rights

Roc Nation, the entertainment company founded by Jay-Z that already seems to have its hand in every aspect of the culture, has become a major player in civil rights activism.

Black Female Filmmaker Tackles Toxic Masculinity in Her Latest Documentary,

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Lynne Patton And Her Sunglasses Resuming The Useless ‘Live-In Tour’ Of The NYC Housing Projects

Lynne Patton, Eric Trump‘s former party planner, debased herself at Michael Cohen’s testimony before the House Committee on Oversight and Reform. She and her sunglasses are now continuing the “live-in” tour of the New York City Housing Projects.

AOC’s Green New Deal May Be Just What America Needs To Get Its Mojo Back

“The only thing we have to fear is fear itself — nameless, unreasoning, unjustified terror which paralyzes needed efforts to convert retreat into advance. Freedom of speech is of no use to a man who has nothing to say and freedom of worship is of no use to a man who has lost his God.

Nigeria: Roots of Nigeria's Election Violence

President Muhammadu Buhari has been elected for a second term. Nigerians have also elected new members of the National Assembly, and on 9 March, elections will be held for governors and State Assembly members in 29 of the country's 36 states.

Algeria’s protestors are determined to end their president’s 20-year rule

Algeria’s 82-year-old president Abdelaziz Bouteflika, whose has been in office since 1999, is seeking a fifth term – and many Algerians are not pleased with his decision. There has been relatively little public opposition to Bouteflika’s continued reign over the past 20 years.

Three Ex-UN Leaders Form Women’s Group to Save Multilateralism

Dulcie Leimbach* was a fellow of the Ralph Bunche Institute for International Studies at the Graduate Center of CUNY from 2012 to 2017. She is the founder of PassBlue, for which she edits and writes, covering primarily the United Nations, West Africa, peacekeeping operations and women's issues.

Sierra Leone: Call to Support Sierra Leone's $8 Billion Plan

Sierra Leone's President Julius Maada Bio is appealing to the international community to support his $8 billion five-year development plan. The National Development Plan (NDP), launched on Friday, represents the administration's Medium Term priorities for 2019 to 2023.

Nigeria: Atiku Inaugurates Legal Team to Challenge Buhari's Election Victory

The presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has inaugurated a legal team to challenge the result of last Saturday's presidential election, his spokesperson said. The team is headed by Livy Uzoukwu, a senior advocate of Nigeria.

Africa: Can We Expect an African Position On Venezuela?

The international community is divided over Venezuela. The UN Security Council has failed to agree on two resolutions on the political crisis. Most African countries are, however, reluctant to position themselves.

NBA Legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Auctions Off Memorabilia To Push STEM Education Forward

NBA legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar has used mementos from his storied basketball journey for a good cause.

Vanguard or Avant-Garde? Revisiting questions on leadership: Part 2: Towards a new vanguard theory

This is the second of a two-part article written by Alexander Riccio. The first part, “The vanguard debate in history,” appeared in PR #113 in February, 2019. New insights on oppression, its different forms and logics, cast doubt on the proletariat as revolution’s vanguard.

The revolution marooned: Cuba and the Left

ON DECEMBER 20TH 2018, I spent eight hours touring the Cuban capital city Havana before being forced to evacuate by indiscriminate 15-foot high waves.

Algeria blocks the internet days before its ailing president files to run for a fifth term

Internet disruption continues to spread across Algeria as public demonstrations calling on president Abdelaziz Bouteflika to vacate office intensify. The internet monitoring organization NetBlocks said there was further evidence of growing cutoffs across the North African nation on Friday (Mar.

Namibia: Germans Must Acknowledge Genocide - Geingob

PRESIDENT Hage Geingob yesterday said the German government must acknowledge the 1904-1908 genocide in Namibia. The head of state made the remarks at the handover of the late kaptein Hendrik (!Nanseb) Witbooi's Bible and whip to his clan at Gibeon yesterday.

The Words and Deeds of Social Imperialists

The US left makes celebrities of self-styled “socialists” that have no solidarity with real strugglers against imperialism in the world.

Activist Faces Prison for Climbing Statue of Liberty & Southwest Key HQ to Protest Family Separation

AMY GOODMAN: Immigrant rights activist Patricia Okoumou, who made national headlines last year after she scaled the Statue of Liberty to protest family separations, climbed atop a Southwest Key building last week to protest the company, which operates detention centers for migrant children.

Teen Climate Activist to Sen. Dianne Feinstein: We Need the Green New Deal to Prevent the Apocalypse

“We’re the ones affected.” Those are the words of youth climate activists who confronted California Senator Dianne Feinstein last week in San Francisco, demanding she sign on to the Green New Deal.

Sudan: Africa's Strongmen and the Dying Art of Fine Dictatorship

Sudan's embattled President Omar al-Bashir, facing three months of protests, has lost it. As last week ended, Bashir, who first came to power in 1989 in a coup, declared a yearlong state of emergency. He disbanded his Cabinet and dissolved the federal and provincial governments.

South Africa: Rebels and Rage - Navigating a Way Through the #FeesMustFall Campus Turmoil of 2016

The book moves between reflecting on the events of the last three years on university campuses, and reimagining the future of South African higher education.

Uganda: Key Donors Freeze Uganda Refugee Aid After UN Mismanagement Scandal

Kampala — Uganda's refugee sector may run into trouble after two major European donor countries froze funds to the UN refugee agency as a result of fraud, corruption, and mismanagement unearthed in an internal UN audit last year.

NYC Public Advocate-Elect Jumaane Williams Rips Into Ben Carson: ‘He Probably Created The Sunken Place’

Ben Carson as the secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has been terrorizing low-income communities since Trump appointed him.

Sen. Cory Booker Reintroducing Marijuana Justice Act

Sen. Cory Booker has not been getting the same buzz as Kamala Harris or Bernie Sanders since they announced they are running for president. However, the New Jersey Senator might try to change that by reintroducing the Marijuana Justice Act.

Mauritius Scores Win over Britain in Diego Garcia Decolonisation

- Mauritius has scored a victory over Britain at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in a case involving the decolonisation of the strategically important island of Diego Garcia that is home to a United States military base.

A legal tussle over a strategic African port sets up a challenge for China’s Belt and Road plan

It’s been exactly a year since the Dubai-based port operator DP World accused Djibouti of illegally seizing control of the Doraleh Container Terminal (DCT) it operated in the northeast African country.

South Africa: Picket Against Traditional and Khoi-SAN Leadership Bill

The National Assembly has approved the Traditional and Khoi-San Leadership Bill (TKLB) much to the disappointment of several rural organisations. The bill, approved yesterday in Parliament, has been supported by the ANC and the UDM, but opposed by the DA, EFF and COPE.

Africa: Takeaways From Elections in Nigeria and Senegal

What does Senegal have in common with Nigeria regarding elections? Very few, if any at all. The former is regarded as a stable democracy, the latter is not. But experts say Abuja and Dakar can learn from each other.

Oakland Teachers Enter 5th Day of Strike

You turn to Democracy Now! for ad-free news you can trust. Maybe you come for our daily headlines. Maybe you come for in-depth stories that expose government and corporate abuses of power. This week Democracy Now! is celebrating our 23rd birthday.

Dems Introduce New Voting Rights Legislation

The vital work of African innovators is gaining more global recognition

African innovators keep winning global plaudits with increased attention paid to their work and its impact. The latest nod comes from Fast Company magazine’s annual list of The World’s 50 Most Innovative Companies.

Zambia: 'Cost of Corruption in Africa Very High'

The cost of corruption is very high in Africa and can become an excessive cost on productivity for enterprises if not dealt with.

Africans pay a hefty economic price to uphold their democracies

At the end of last year, everything was set for a local consultancy firm to work on a research project with the government of Lagos, Africa’s largest city. All the details had been agreed with the contract due to be signed, but it eventually didn’t materialize.

The battle for the Nile with Egypt over Ethiopia’s Grand Renaissance Dam has just begun

Africa’s longest river, the Nile runs through 11 countries. One of them is Ethiopia which contributes about 85% of the Nile water flowing to Sudan and Egypt.

Black Panther and its science role models inspire more than just movie awards

It has been said many times that the Marvel movie “Black Panther” is an important landmark.

Emperor Haile Selassie’s AU statue joins a growing list of Africa’s troubled memorials

The unveiling of a statue to the Emperor Haile Selassie outside the African Union has stirred up a storm among Ethiopians and Eritreans. Some, including the Rastafarian community who still worship the Emperor as a god, were delighted.

Algerians have had enough of their frail autocratic president

Algeria saw its largest protests ever yesterday in several cities against ailing president Abdelaziz Boutfleika after he announced that he would be running for a fifth term.

There’s another African election this weekend few people are talking about

Nigeria’s delayed election has grabbed headlines in African and international media. With Africa’s most populous country delaying its Feb. 16 elections over logistics issues, Nigerians will now vote tomorrow (Feb. 23).

Nigerians Re-Elect Buhari As President

President Muhammadu Buhari has won the 2019 presidential election polling 15,191,847 votes to defeat his closest challenger and former vice president, Atiku Abubakar of the Peoples Democratic Party.

Kamala Harris Said What Cory Booker Wouldn’t: Trump Is A Racist

Sen. Kamala Harris sad what Sen. Cory Booker wouldn’t — that President Donald Trump is a racist. Booker said, “I don’t know the heart of anybody. I’ll leave that to the Lord”.is one of the most talked about candidates running for president.”

Central African Republic: Will the Latest Central African Republic Peace Deal Hold?

The 6 February peace accord between the Central African Republic (CAR) government and 14 recognised armed groups is the eighth such agreement since the country descended into violence in 2012.

Zimbabwe: Fuel Crisis Deepens but Minister Adamant That 'I Have Fuel in the Country'

Harare — Hundreds of people were left stranded late Monday after a sudden shortage of fuel with public transport operators hiking fares. Reports of people walking on foot to areas like Glen Norah and Mabvuku emerged as commuter omnibus operators took their vehicles to fuel queues.

Where Does Bernie Sanders Stand On Reparations? Even He Doesn’t Seem To Know

While some have suggested that at least one presidential candidate has a so-called “Black man problem,” it would appear that Bernie Sanders, another White House hopeful, hasn’t seemed to solve his own apparent problem when it comes to American descendants of slavery.

Africa: How a Green New Deal Could Exploit Developing Countries

The Green New Deal has changed the conversation among progressive Democrats about how to deal with climate change, from simply managing a disaster to how to take advantage of an existential threat to build a more just society.

Burundi in Threat to Quit Somalia Mission

The African Union is on the spot over a request by Burundi and Somalia to convene an urgent summit of troop contributing countries to discuss withdrawal of the African Union Mission in Somalia.

Kamala Harris: There’s No Justice For All If Parents Must Have ‘The Talk’ W

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Kenya: In Spite of All the Bottlenecks This, Still, Is the African Century

The 21st century may be Africa's moment. The newly released African Economic Outlook 2019 report by the Africa Development Bank (ADB) reflects the outpouring of optimism aptly captured by the "Africa Rising" narrative.

Nigeria: 11 Feared Dead in Bloody Polls

Contrary to hitch-free polls promised the nation by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), yesterday's elections were hallmarked by violence, failure of smartcard readers and late arrival of materials at many polling units across the country.

Michael B. Jordan Launches Fellowship For Youth

Actor Michael B. Jordan is investing in the futures of young boys of color who want to pursue careers in the entertainment industry.

Nigeria: Boko Haram - Multiple Blasts Rock Maiduguri, Deadly Attack in Geidam As Nigerian Elections Begin

Multiple blasts from bomb explosions suspected to be from the Boko Haram insurgents shook Maiduguri, Borno State, in the early hours of Saturday as Nigerians woke up on election day. The blasts, about 11 in number, were heard at about 6 a.m.

Africa: West Africa's Democratic Tipping Point?

ABEOKUTA/MUNICH/FREETOWN/LILONGWE – The decision to postpone Nigeria’s presidential election, made just hours before polls were due to open, has raised fears about the integrity of the eventual vote. Those fears must not be realized – and not just for Nigeria’s sake.

Uganda: Agriculture Can End Uganda's Job Problem, Says New Study

Lira — Agriculture, if fully embraced, can save Uganda from the current youth unemployment crisis, a new study has said.

Nigeria: Why International Community Cares About Nigeria's Political Stability

There is no doubt that the United States of America (USA), the European Union (EU) and United Kingdom (UK) among few other foreign nations have always shown great interest in what happens in Nigeria.

Africa: Burundi Rejects AU's Troop Pullout Decision

For the 5,400 Burundian soldiers fighting in Somalia, it's time to go home, the African Union says. Burundi's President Nkurunziza disagrees and is fighting the decision.

North Carolina Republican Calls For New Election In His Congressional Race That Suppressed The Black Vote

A North Carolina Republican caught in the middle of a voter suppression scandal called on Thursday for a new election in a disputed 2018 congressional race in which he was initially declared the winner.

California High Schoolers Stage Walk Out In Protest Of New Durag Ban

On Wednesday morning, students at Pasadena, California's John Muir High School staged a peaceful walk out in protest of their school district's new durag ban.

Ending the Punishment of Poverty: Supreme Court Rules Against High Fines & Civil Asset Forfeiture

NERMEEN SHAIKH: In a major victory for civil liberties advocates, the Supreme Court has unanimously ruled to limit the practice of civil asset forfeiture—a controversial practice where police seize property that belongs to people suspected of crimes, even if they’re never convicted.

DRC’s First Peaceful Transition of Power Was At Expense of Women

Justine Masika Bihamba is founder of Synergie des Femmes, a front line women’s organization based in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), and local partner of Donor Direct Action.

Senegal: Fear in Senegal As Presidential Election Stirs Up Homophobia

Dakar — Senegal's gay community is on edge as the country heads into presidential elections this weekend, with a tradition of candidates flaunting anti-gay views to gain support.

Reverse Engineering for SDGs

Dr. Kakoli Ghosh, Strategic Program on Sustainable Agriculture Management Team, FAO Ms. Loreta Zdanovaite, Partnerships Officer, Division of Partnerships, FAO

Killing Of Black Teen In Brazil Ignites BLM Movement To End Police Brutality

The killing of a Black teenager in Brazil, which has a long history of police violence against Afro-Brazilians, sparked a movement to protect Black lives. This comes against the backdrop of a new law-and-order Brazilian president coming to power with an anti-Black agenda.

Wake Up and Smell the Organic Coffee

- In 1992, the idea of replanting her father’s ruined coffee farm seemed foolhardy at the time. But in retrospect it was the best business decision that Dorienne Rowan-Campbell, an international development consultant and broadcast journalist, could have made.

Arrest Of Heavily Armed Former U.S. Military Members In Haiti Sparks Many Questions

We know their names, and where they were. But no one has given a public explanation for what several former elite U.S. service members were doing in Haiti — and why they were driving without license plates, carrying an assortment of automatic rifles, drones and other gear.

Central African Republic - Unicef Outlines Key Actions So Fresh Peace Deal Can Make Real Difference for Children

Hailing the recent peace agreement signed by 15 warring parties in the Central African Republic (CAR), the UN Children's Fund (UNICEF) stressed on Monday that "now is the time for action" and outlined concrete steps that armed groups, judicial authorities and the Government can take so the future of

Africa: Shutting Down the Internet Doesn't Work - but Governments Keep Doing It

As the internet continues to gain considerable power and agency around the world, many governments have moved to regulate it. And where regulation fails, some states resort to internet shutdowns or deliberate disruptions. The statistics are staggering.

South Africa: Why a Law Designed to Fight Gang Violence in South Africa Can't Do the Job

Crime weary South Africans, especially those who live in areas held hostage by gangs, recently took their troubles to the country's Parliament. This, after a parliamentary committee convened a meeting to assess the effectiveness of the country's anti-gang strategy had called for public inputs.

LISTEN: New Podcast Demands We #TellBlackStories

Color of Change talks to Ava DuVernay, Stanley Nelson and other artists about shifting narratives around Blackness.

Clarence Thomas Calls For Review Of Libel Ruling That Would Help Trump

Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, who has compared affirmative action to slavery, now calls for a reconsideration of the court’s landmark libel ruling that Southern segregationists once used to silence the media.

Virginia House Democrats Back Off Plan To Impeach Justin Fairfax

Virginia’s lieutenant governor Justin Fairfax has been in a media firestorm ever since two women accused him of sexual assault. There were calls to impeach him by Virginia House Democrats, but now those calls have reportedly ended.

The Largest Black-Owned Tech Firm Developing Smart Phones Is Now Giving The

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Sudan: New Bilateral Talks Between U.S. Delegation, Sudan

Khartoum — A senior US delegation headed by the special assistant to the president and senior advisor to Africa at the National Security Council, visited Khartoum for talks with the Sudanese government, represented by the Assistant to the President Feisal Ibrahim, about the Sudanese-American relat

North Carolina Republicans Admit To Suppressing The Black Vote

A hearing was held Tuesday about Republican voter fraud scheme in North Carolina that civil rights advocates said suppressed the Black vote.

Aspiring and Bestselling Black Authors to Collaborate For One-of-a-Kind Con

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Africa: Emperor Haile Selassie Statue Joins List of Africa's Troubled Memorials

Africa: Both Democracy and Authoritarianism Are On the Rise in Africa

Is democracy in Africa in retreat? Or is it simply suffering "growing pains"? The last 12 months have seen a great deal of controversy and debate on these important questions.

The Challenges & Opportunities Facing South-South Cooperation

Branislav Gosovic worked in UNCTAD, UNEP, UNECLAC, World Commission on Environment and Development, South Commission, and South Centre (1991-2005), and is the author of the recently-published book ‘The South Shaping the Global Future, 6 Decades of the South-North Development Struggle in the UN.

Colin Kaepernick Might Be Returning To The NFL

Colin Kaepernick and Eric Reid settled their lawsuit with the NFL and reportedly won big. Now, Kaepernick’s lawyer predicts the 31-year-old will return to the NFL. Mark Geragos, who represented Kaepernick, told CNN.

Amazon is targeting customers in Kenya who want to pay in cash

Amazon is tapping into e-commerce customers in Kenya who want to pay for goods in cash. The e-commerce giant has rolled out a service that will allow customers to purchase goods and then pay for them at a local Western Union retail agent.

Kenya: Hopes High Before Ruling on Decriminalizing Gay Sex

Members of Kenya’s LGBT community are looking forward to a High Court ruling that might decriminalize gay sex. The impending ruling is raising hopes among LGBT persons across the region. South of Nairobi, in a remote town, models are in training in a safe house tucked in a quiet neighborhood.

Zimbabwe: Zim Shelves Plans to Join Continental Free Trade Area

GOVERNMENT has shelved plans to fully join the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (ACFTA) so that it could find space to stabilise local industry which is struggling to produce enough quality goods to compete outside.

'Resistance can be fun’: Angela Davis speaks in Alabama after award snub

“I have never loved Birmingham as much as I love Birmingham tonight,” Dr. Angela Davis said to a crowd at Boutwell Auditorium in downtown Birmingham.

Fela, Achebe and Saro-Wiwa were right about Nigeria’s politics

Nigeria, Africa’s most populous nation and arguably its largest economy, is in electoral crisis following the 11th hour decision by the electoral commission to postpone polls due over the weekend.

The NBA is looking to Africa for basketball’s future talent and audience with Obama’s help

Basketball in Africa is getting a boost next year with the launch of the first NBA-affiliated regional league.

The African Union has a brilliant plan for Africa, if it could get it right

Traffic in Addis Ababa has returned to normal, presidential motorcades no longer clog the routes between the Ethiopian capital’s many hotels and the African Union headquarters. The 32nd AU summit has ended, and now the work begins as delegates return home.

The postponement of Nigeria’s elections will have major human and economic impact

On a day they expected to be voting for the president, frustrated Nigerians are having to change their plans. Hours before voting was due to begin today, the country’s electoral commission, INEC, announced its decision to delay the polls by a week. Given the timing of the announcement (around 2.

A new space agency signals Africa’s focus on harnessing geospatial data

After decades of playing catch-up, the African Union (AU) is doubling down on plans to join the global space race. The AU passed legislation to establish the African Space Agency in 2017 and has just approved Egypt as host country for the headquarters of the new agency.

Meet Gibran Tariq, Author & CEO of a New and Thriving Black-Owned Publishin

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Virginia Governor and Attorney General Minstrel Black Faces Evoke America's

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Kaepernick Won. The NFL Lost.

Technically, Colin Kaepernick withdrew his collusion case. Technically, the NFL did not admit that it conspired to blackball Kaepernick from the league after he began taking a knee during the national anthem to protest racial injustice. But nontechnically speaking, the NFL lost. Massively.

Nigeria: Women Shut Out of Nigeria's Poll By Violence, Fraud and Sexism

Dakar — Women were attacked, threatened with violence and forced to give up their places to men during the party primaries last year Experts predict the number of women who win seats in Nigeria's Saturday elections is likely to fall below the existing 6 percent - already one of the lowest rates in

Nigeria: Voting Under the Threat of Boko Haram

Voters in northeastern Nigeria are eager to cast their ballots in Saturday's crucial election. But the security challenges caused by Boko Haram are immense as DW's Thomas Mösch reports from Maiduguri. Traffic is dense in Maiduguri, the capital Nigeria's remote Borno State.

Cory Booker Points To Jussie Smollet’s Attack For Why Congress Must Pass Anti-Lynching Law

New Jersey’s Democratic Sen. Cory Booker has pointed to the racist and homophobic attack on actor Jussie Smollet to show the necessity for Congress to finally pass an anti-lynching law, which cleared a key hurdle Thursday as it winds its way through the legislative process. The U.S.

In Venezuela, White Supremacy Is a Key Driver of the Coup

The coup is, at it heart, a furious backlash of whiter and wealthier Venezuelans against the mixed race and Black majority. On January 23, right after a phone call from Donald Trump, Juan Guaidó, former speaker of Venezuela's National Assembly, declared himself president. No voting.

Atlanta School Cheating Scandal: The Untold Story of Corporate Greed & Criminalization of Teachers

As teacher strikes in Denver and Los Angeles join a wave of recent labor actions bringing attention to the plight of the American public school system, we take a fresh look at one of the largest public school scandals in U.S. history.

Young people running for office in Nigeria have goodwill and the law on their side—but it’s not enough

In 18 months, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez went from being a bartender and political upstart in New York to being a United States congresswoman. Her journey entailed beating out a veteran heavyweight in the Democratic Party primaries despite being outspent.

People of Color Benefit From New Public Lands Protection Bill

Reaching across party lines—an act that is becoming increasingly rare—the Senate yesterday (February 12) passed a public lands act with overwhelming support from both Republicans and Democrats.

21 Savage Released From ICE Custody

The rapper’s attorneys joined activists and musical collaborators in demanding ICE release him and halt deportation proceedings.

Africa: Women Politicians in Africa Face Huge Odds but Can Make a Real Difference

Women are gaining ground in politics around the world. Last year, the so-called "pink wave" saw a record number of women elected to Congress in the US's mid-term elections. There are signs of progress in Africa, too.

Q&A: We Are Helping the World Mitigate Climate Change, Now it’s Time to Help Us

- The Caribbean nation of Suriname may be one of the most forested countries in the world, with some 93 percent of the country’s surface area being covered in forests, but it is also the most threatened as it struggles with the impacts of climate change.

Africa: Is This Africa's Newest Secession Dilemma?

The Volta region's contested history as part of Ghana has come to the fore again after a recent referendum. On 27 December 2018, Ghana held six referenda to demarcate new regions.

University of the Virgin Islands Becomes First Four-Year HBCU to Offer Free

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South Africa: Unions March for Workers' Rights

Cape Town — The Congress of South African Trade Unions has together with its affiliate unions, embarked on a national strike today. Among the union's concerns are the alarming rate of retrenchments and the high unemployment rate in the country.

21 Savage Is Released After Immigration Arrest, Lawyer Says

Rapper 21 Savage was released from detention on Tuesday after his arrest more than a week ago for being an undocumented immigrant, his lawyers announced. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials arrested the entertainer in Atlanta on Feb. 3.

New Texas Judge Dies After Historic Midterm Election Of Black Women

An African-American woman judge in Texas who was part of the historic wave of Black women candidates who swept into office last year has died. Cassandra Hollemon, 57, succumbed to an unspecified illness on Monday, the Houston Chronicle reported.

HBCU Wins $1.6 Million Grant To Help Develop Black Professionals For Space Industry

Morgan State University won a three-year, $1.6 million Aerospace Workforce and Leadership Development Grant from the nonprofit Base 11, the university announced on Monday. The award will fund a state-of-the-art rocketry lab and launch a student rocketry team.

Several Of Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax’s Staffers Reportedly Resigned

The chips are falling for Virginia’s lieutenant governor Justin Fairfax after being accused by two people of sexual assault. His entire staff has allegedly resigned. According to Richmond.com, “Two of the three government staffers to Lt. Gov.

HUD Official Ben Carson Sent To ‘Live’ In NYC Public Housing Is One Of Trump’s Sunken Place Frauds

Secretary of HUD Ben Carson sent one of President Trump’s most loyal Black supporters Monday to live temporarily in New York City public housing to find out what we already know about the poor quality of the projects.

Billions of Swedish Krona Supported the Struggle against Apartheid

- Between 1982 and 1988 Birgitta Karlström Dorph was on a secret mission in South Africa. “Why didn’t they stop us? Probably they were not aware of the scope of the operation. The money was transferred through so many different channels. We were clever, ” Karlström Dorph says.

Uganda: Non-Traditional Aid in Uganda - Weighing Private vs Public Priorities

Between July and November 2018, I had the opportunity to study the political economy of development effectiveness in Uganda. Similar studies have been made before. But the timing of this one is particularly interesting. The reasons are twofold:

Africa's Leaders Gather to Launch New Health Financing Initiative Aimed At Closing Funding Gap and Achieving Universal Health Coverage

press release Addis Ababa — African Heads of State and Government, Ministers of Health and Finance, business leaders and global partners gathered yesterday ahead of the 32nd Summit of the African Union (AU), to launch a new initiative aimed at increasing commitments for health, improving the impac

Just in Time for Black History Month, New Platform Brings Afrocentric Event

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Africa: Egypt President Abdel-Fattah El-Sissi Takes Over Chair of African Union

After being suspended from the African Union in 2013, Egypt is seeking to enhance its standing in Africa. Egypt's focus is on security, trade and migration.

The Congolese-American activist who scaled the Statue of Liberty isn’t backing down from taking on Trump

As a child in the Congo-Brazzaville, Therese Patricia Okoumou loved climbing things, particularly houses.

Africa's Free Trade Zone Is 'On Course'

Africa is trading - just not within the continent. The African Union wants to change this and launch the world's largest free trade area. The plan has potential, but some member states are keeping the AU in suspense.

ICYMI: Aaron McGruder Resurrects 'The Boondocks' Just in Time

Huey, Riley, Robert and Ruckus take on the presidential administration’s racist policies, Russian subterfuge and R. Kelly.

Trump’s ambassador pick for South Africa shows how disconnected the two countries are

If a businessman and reality show host can run a country, why can’t a handbag designer be an ambassador? Diplomacy is just one of the areas that Donald Trump’s presidency has turned on its head, seemingly moved by personal whims and friendly connections rather than strategic decisions.

South African Students Are Protesting - Again. Why It Needn't Be This Way

It's the beginning of South Africa's academic year and once again, campuses have been brought to a standstill by students protesting against a host of issues that have plagued the country's universities.

African Leaders Assess Refugees' Situation

Addis Ababa — The 34th session of the African Union (AU) Executive Council opened on Thursday in Addis Ababa assessed several dossiers, with highlights to the problematic of the refugees, whose situation is to be more closely analyzed during the summit to run on February 10 and 11.

Somalia: Chinese Deal Angers Fishing Communities, Sparks Concerns Over Sovereignty and Piracy

A new fishing deal signed between the Somalia government and vessels tied to the China Overseas Fisheries Association raises serious questions.

Black Working Class Will Never Abandon Venezuela!

“The struggles of the Black working-class, united around a national program must have international solidarity and must be understood within the context of an anti-imperialist struggle against global capitalism and the US-led imperialist global economic, military and political infrastructure.

How Chicago Could Get Its First Black Woman Mayor

African-American women voters in Chicago could flex their muscles at the ballot box later this month and help to make history by electing the city’s first Black woman mayor. Dorothy Brown, who’s no longer in the race, endorsed Amara Enyia for Chicago mayor on Jan.

Black Lawmakers Could Lead Virginia Past Blackface, Sex Scandals

Virginia Legislative Black Caucus (VLBC) was expected to craft a statement that will serve as a guide for the party to follow, the Associated Press reported on Thursday.

Sudan: 'It's About Freedom' - Women On the Frontline of Sudan's Uprising

Nairobi — When public protests erupted in Sudan over the rising cost of bread almost two months ago, women's rights activist Hala Al-Karib did not hesitate to join the masses on the streets defying the security forces to voice their anger.

Support Emerges For the College Professor Who Accused Justin Fairfax Of Sexual Assault

A hashtag, #IBelieveVanessa, is getting a growing number of contributors on Twitter from people who support the Scripps College professor who accused Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax of sexual assault—which he has denied.

Republican Kirk Cox Could Become Virginia Governor If Scandals Bring Down Democrats

The blackface and alleged sex assault scandals engulfing Virginia’s top Democrats could open the door for a Republican to become governor. On Wednesday, Virginia Attorney General Mark Herring admitted that he too wore blackface.

Africa: How Russia Is Growing Its Strategic Influence in Africa

Much has been made about China's role and profile in Africa and the factors underlying its activities on the continent. Less debated is the spread and depth of Russia's contemporary presence and profile in Africa. There was a strong Russian influence in Africa during the heyday of the Soviet Union.

Africa: There Is 'Wind of Hope' in Africa : UN Chief

U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said Tuesday that there has been a "quantum leap" in relations between the world body and the African Union and he hopes this can translate into progress on some of the continent's biggest challenges.

Full Text: Read Stacey Abrams’ State Of The Union Response For Democrats

Stacey Abrams, a rising star within the Democratic Party, delivered a strong rebuttal in no uncertain terms to President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address Tuesday night.

5 Takeaways From Stacey Abrams’ Powerful Response To Trump’s SOTU Address

We learned several things tonight from her response. Abrams is prepared for the national spotlight. She wasn’t intimidated by the high-pressure assignment. USA Today noted that previous political rising stars who delivered a rebuttal of a president stumbled while on the big stage.

Discovering the Excellence Within: Realizing My Greatness in South Africa

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The Super Bowl Had The Worst Ratings In A Decade

The Super Bowl was packed with controversy due to its treatment of Colin Kaepernick. Although many people dismissed the idea of a “boycott,” it may have been effective because the show had the worst ratings in a decade. The Associated Press reports the game was seen by 100.

The “debt-trap” narrative around Chinese loans shows Africa’s weak economic diplomacy

Hugging the shores of the Indian Ocean, Kenya’s Mombasa port is one of the biggest and busiest harbors in East Africa.

Patriots Safety Duron Harmon Attacked By MAGA Crazies Because He Will Not Go To The White House After Super Bowl Win

New England Patriots safety Duron Harmon is refusing to go to Trump’s White House after his team won the Super Bowl. He declined on Thursday, even before they won, and said no again today. The Make America Great Again crazies are outraged.

Virginia Legislative Black Caucus: Governor Northam Must Resign Over Blackface Yearbook Photo

Calls are mounting for Democratic Virginia Governor Ralph Northam to resign after a photo surfaced from his medical school yearbook page showing a man wearing blackface posing next to a man wearing a Ku Klux Klan outfit.

As Virginia Governor Waffles on Blackface Yearbook Photo, NAACP Leader Calls His Apology “Invalid”

Democratic Virginia Governor Ralph Northam is facing calls to resign after a photo surfaced on his 1984 Eastern Virginia Medical School yearbook page showing a man wearing blackface posing next to a man wearing a Ku Klux Klan outfit.

Democrats Give Justin Fairfax A Vote Of Confidence As Northam Considers Resigning

Democrats have called Virginia’s Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax the right person to lead the state as Gov. Ralph Northam considers resigning amid controversy.

Cote d'Ivoire: Belgium Agrees to Take In Former Ivory Coast President

Belgium has agreed to take in former Ivory Coast president Laurent Gbagbo after his shock acquittal at the International Criminal Court. He was granted a conditional release by the ICC. He must remain in his host country.

Nigerian Women Struggle to Win Political Offices

When Nigerians go to the polls Feb. 16 for general elections, few will be expecting large numbers of female candidates to win.

South Africa: Cyril Ramaphosa's Relations With the West Sour On Eve of State of the Nation Address

Cyril Ramaphosa's policy of balanced global relationships hit the skids on Sunday when international relations minister Lindiwe Sisulu issued a démarche, a serious step in diplomatic relationships.

A Modern-Day Lynching?: “Always in Season” Looks at 2014 Hanging in NC & Legacy of Racial Terrorism

As we mark the beginning of Black History Month, we look at “Always in Season,” a disturbing new documentary that examines lynching in the United States both past and present.

South Africa: ANC Looking for a Way Out On Land Issue, Malema Unfiltered

EFF leader Julius Malema says the ANC is looking for a way out of expropriation without compensation.

Kamala Harris And Cory Booker Presidential Campaigns Quietly Connect With Black Community

Democratic presidential contenders, Sens. Kamala Harris of California and New Jersey’s Cory Booker, appeared to pursue the all-important Black vote quietly–not calling too much attention to their blackness.

Northam Exercises The Same White Privilege Steve King Has For Years

Virginia’s Democratic Gov. Ralph Northam played his white privilege card in defying calls to resign over his connection to a racist photograph—just like Iowa’s GOP Rep. Steve King has successfully done for many years.

The Black Panther Party, Malcom X, and the question of revolutionary politics today: An interview with Kathleen Cleaver

On July 25, 2018—ensuing meeting at a symposium hosted by King’s College London, entitled 68 and its Legacies—Sophia Freeman interviewed prominent 1960s & ‘70s radical Kathleen Cleaver via Skype.

The Black Panther Party and community organizing: An interview with Bobby Seale

The following is an edited transcript of an interview with Bobby Seale on July 9th, 2018 at Platypus UC Berkeley’s New Left reading group. Bobby Seale cofounded the Black Panther Party with Huey Newton in 1966.

Vanguard or Avant-Garde? Revisiting questions on leadership: Part 1: The vanguard debate in history

This is the first of a two-part article written by Alexander Riccio. The second part, “Towards a new vanguard theory,” will appear in PR #114 in March, 2019. Vanguardism is alive and well in the 21st century, yet it rarely gets named as such.

South Africa: EFF Denounces Xenophobia Ahead of SA Polls

Soshanguve — Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader, Julius Malema, has expressed solidarity with Zimbabweans and other African nationals ahead of the forthcoming elections in neighbouring South Africa.

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority To Donate $1.6M To HBCUs During Black History Month

The women of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. are pushing #BlackExcellence forward. In the spirit of Black History Month, the sorority has pledged to donate over $1.6 million to historically Black colleges and universities throughout February, the Philadelphia Tribune reported.

East Africa: EAC Review Somalia's Bid to Join the Regional Block

The East African Community (EAC) member states review Somalia's application to join the block. The official opening of the rebranded East African Business Council (EABC) in Arusha, Tanzania on Friday said it is reviewing the application process tabled the Horn of African Nation.

Governor Of Virginia Refuses To Resign After Racist Images Surface

Images have surfaced of Virginia Democratic Gov. Ralph Northam‘s medical school yearbook page from 1984, which contained a photograph of two unidentified men, one in blackface and the other in a Ku Klux Klan costume. There have been calls to resign, but the governor refuses.

Sudan: Bashir Reopens Sudan Border With Eritrea, Dismisses Protests

Sudan's President Omar al-Bashir has ordered the reopening of his country's border with Eritrea. Sudan's eastern border had been closed since last year following the announcement of a state of emergency in the regions of Kassala and North Kordofan.

Africa: What Effect Did the US Shutdown Have On Foreign Aid?

New York — New York - The US government shutdown may be over, but the uncertainty it caused for the aid and development community isn't going anywhere.

Nigeria: Lessons From Nigeria On How Public Engagement Can Curb Corruption

Government corruption is a global challenge and a major obstacle to economic and social development. It compromises the delivery of valuable projects, distorts government and makes it impossible to transfer resources to citizen.

Democrats Shut Down Kamala Harris’ Proposal To End Private Health Plans

Sen. Kamala Harris created some strong buzz among progressives at her town hall with Jake Tapper on CNN Monday night. However, there was one proposal that wasn’t getting support among established Democrats — the idea of shutting down private health plans.

Right-Wing Nationalism Threatens Democratic Norms, Human Rights & Press Freedom

- The steady decline in multilateralism—accompanied by a rise in unilateralism– is beginning to threaten democratic norms, including press freedom, global governance, civic participation and human rights across Asia, Africa, South America and the Middle East.

East Africa: KenGen Named Region's Best Sustainable Power Producer

Nairobi — Kenya Electricity Generating Company (PLC) has emerged East Africa's Best Sustainable Power Producer in the 2018 Capital Finance International Awards. KenGen won the award for its deliberate focus on renewable energy - which accounts for 84 per cent of the company's power sources.

Rwanda: Prosecution Seeks Life Sentence for Genocide Convict Bandora

Prosecution implored Supreme Court to hand life sentence to Charles Bandora, a Genocide convict who appealed against the 30 years imprisonment handed to him by High Court.

Western Sahara: Concrete Progress is Needed to Build Momentum in Western Sahara Peace Talks

New York — Earlier today (January 29, 2019), the Personal Envoy of the UN Secretary-General for Western Sahara, Mr Horst Kӧhler, briefed the UN Security Council.

With Stacey Abrams, Democrats Look For Black Women To Save Them, Again

Democrats have picked Stacey Abrams to rebut President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address next month, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer of New York said Tuesday.

Sweden’s first hijabi lawmaker is gearing to fight against social and racial inequality

Leila Ali Elmi’s childhood was an exercise in the future awaiting her in politics. At age two, she arrived in Sweden along with her family after fleeing the civil war in her homeland Somalia.

Nigeria’s president Buhari failed to fix Nigeria’s economy, but still has the edge this election

Muhammadu Buhari’s election four years ago as Nigerian president was greeted with great enthusiasm, and expectation. US President Barack Obama invited him to the White House less than two months after his inauguration, an honor rarely accorded to newly elected African leaders.

Zimbabwe: SA Opposition Party to Approach ICC, UN Over Zimbabwe Crisis

South Africa — The opposition Democratic Alliance (DA) party will write to the prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) as part of its interventions to resolve the crisis in Zimbabwe.

Nigeria: War Against Corruption - Angry Nigerians Storm U.S. Embassy Over Alliance

Nigerians on Monday stormed the United States Embassy to register their grievances over the interferences of the country in the nation's domestic affairs.

Mookie Betts Snubs Trump, Won’t Visit White House With World Series Champion Red Sox

Mookie Betts is one of the most famous faces in baseball. His team, the Boston Red Sox, won the 2018 World Series and on Saturday he accepted the Most Valuable Player award at the 96th annual New York Baseball Writers’ Association of America dinner.

South Africa: Fees Must Fall Activist Bonginkosi Khanyile Sentenced to 3 Years House Arrest

Fees Must Fall activist Bonginkosi Khanyile has been sentenced to three years house arrest and must undergo life skills courses. Khanyile appeared in the Durban Regional Court on Monday to hear his sentencing, having been convicted on public violence charges in August.

Zimbabwe: What Next for the Reform Agenda?

When Emmerson Mnangagwa took over the leadership of Zanu PF and became the head of state there was a perfectly choreographed plan to carve out his image as a reformer.

A Libyan photographer documented his country’s crisis. Then it cost him his life

In the eight years since the ousting of longtime strongman Muammar Gaddafi, Libya has been overcome with chaos and sorrow, and a power vacuum that has led extremist militias to vie for control.

South Africa: By Supporting Maduro, South Africa Turns a Blind Eye to Venezuela's Agony

On 26 January 2019, the Security Council of the United Nations held a special session to discuss recent events in Venezuela. Of the 15 member countries of this body, only four voted against debating this issue. Unfortunately, South Africa was one.

Africa: Are Rwanda and South Africa Irreconcilable?

The slow but stubborn unfolding of justice in a humble magistrate's court in South Africa continues to embarrass both Rwanda's President Paul Kagame and South Africa's Cyril Ramaphosa. It also undermines their intentions to normalise relations between their countries.

Gambia: The Gambia Must Heal Its Social and Political Divisions

Two years after its first democratic transition, The Gambia continues to face many challenges, including rebuilding national cohesion that was eroded during the Yahya Jammeh regime.

Africa: China's Growth Will Create More Opportunities for Africa - Envoy

Chinese ambassador to Rwanda, Rao Hongwei, has said that the Asian country's development will create more opportunities for Rwanda and Africa in general. The envoy was speaking on Saturday at a reception organised to mark the Chinese New Year at the Chinese embassy in Kigali.

Black Pediatrician Becomes California’s First Surgeon General

Black women are making history in the field of medicine. According to the San Francisco Examiner, pediatrician and youth activist Dr. Nadine Burke Harris was appointed to become the state of California’s first surgeon general.

Kamala Harris Officially Launches Presidential Bid From Oakland, Days After Her Rally With Black Sorority

California’s Democratic Sen. Kamala Harris tweeted an invitation for supporters to join her Sunday afternoon in Oakland where she planned to announce her 2020 presidential campaign. This comes on the heels of a fundraising gala Friday night with her Alpha Kappa Alpha (AKA) sorority sisters.

Sudan: El Sadig El Mahdi - 'Sudan Regime Like Anglo-Egyptian Colonialists'

Khartoum — El Sadig El Mahdi, Head of the National Umma Party and chairman of the Sudan Call coalition, has strongly condemned the killing of demonstrators and the excessive violence against them during the past month.

Marshawn Lynch Is Pushing Back Against Gentrification In Oakland

When NFL running back Marshawn Lynch isn’t breaking through tackles on the football field, he’s breaking barriers for underserved communities. Lynch has continually used his platform as an avenue to give back to his hometown of Oakland, California.

Uganda: Hypocrisy of African Union

Last month there was an election in the Congo, a country that goes by the rather lofty and presumptuous name of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Zimbabwe Now 'War Zone' Says Citizen Allegedly Assaulted by Security Forces

Some citizens in Zimbabwe say the country resembles a war zone. They want President Emmerson Mnangagwa to rein in military forces, which reportedly continue assaulting Zimbabweans a week after the country's protests over a fuel price hike.

Zimbabwe: Emmerson Mnangagwa Exposed

Ever since he assumed office in 2017, the big question has been whether President Emmerson Mnangagwa could stop Zimbabwe's economic slide before social unrest erupted in response to biting hardships, driving away the very investment that could prevent further economic decline.

Democracy isn’t doing much better in the West than it is in Africa, despite our perceptions

One day, if they follow instructions, Africa’s new democracies will grow up to be “real” like those of Western Europe and North America. This assumption makes little sense – but it influences the way many people in the West and in Africa think about African democracies.

Congo-Kinshasa: Opinion - Major Challenges Follow Peaceful Transfer of Power in DR Congo

After a disputed election, Felix Tshisekedi is the new president of DRC. Not an easy job, says DW's Andrea Schmidt, especially since he only won with the help of the former Kabila administration.

What Sheila Jackson Lee Scandal Means For The CBC And The New Congress

The political fallout following Texas Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee‘s abrupt resignation on Wednesday from two key posts could extend well beyond the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) and end up having major implications for the Democratic Party.

A Pragmatic Shift Needed, to Deliver the Potential of Blue Economy

- It’s estimated that 70% of the Earth’s surface is covered by water. Unfortunately, our water resources are under serious threats attributable to uncontrolled human activities that are severely impacting livelihoods and the ecosystem.

African countries have to work together to slow the rising power of credit rating agencies

The rising gap between developmental needs and available financial resources—including poor revenue collection – has pushed sub-Saharan African governments to consider different options to support their budgets.

Africa: WEF19 - Kagame Makes Case for an Institutionally Strong Africa

President Paul Kagame has said that the African continent can no longer continue to delegate responsibility for its growth and development to external parties.

Black Woman In Jail For Voting Is Being Harassed By Texas County, Lawyer Insists

In one of the most unjust cases in recent history Crystal Mason, a 43-year-old mother of three, is currently in a Texas prison for voting while on supervised release. Her vote for Hillary Clinton in Fort Worth, Texas in November of 2016 was a provisional ballot, which wasn’t counted.

Flint Launches Program to Help Kids Who Need Special Education Services Because of Water Crisis

Of the many well documented consequences of the water crisis in Flint, Michigan—including a decrease in fertility and an increase in infant deaths—there is another that has not gotten as much press: lead exposure in children can negatively impact IQ, concentration and academic achievement.

How HBCUs Could Carry Kamala Harris Deep Into The Democratic Primary

The network of more than 100 historically Black colleges and universities (HBCU), clustered mostly in the South, and alumni throughout the nation could help push one of their own deep into the 2020 presidential Democratic primary race. California’s Sen.

Southern Africa: Will Dropping Zimbabwe's Sanctions Harm or Help?

The violent crackdown on nationwide protests by Zimbabwe security forces was met by deafening silence from the country's neighbours and the Southern African Development Community (SADC) regional block. The violent unrest erupted after a steep hike in the price of fuel.

Zimbabwe Re-Looks East As It Abandons Western Pursuit

Moscow — Zimbabwean President, Emmerson Mnangagwa, widely blamed for ongoing deadly protests in his country, looks to have ditched his mission to re-engage influential Western nations in his bid for economic revival.

Africa: Italy's Deputy Prime Minister Says France Creates Poverty in Africa

Luigi Di Maio, Italy's Deputy Prime Minister has infuriated France with his comments that France has "never stopped colonizing Africa" and its colonial-style policies in Africa are "impoverishing" Africans.

Solar Energy Begins to Light Up Favelas in Rio de Janeiro

- “We can’t work just to pay the electric bill,” complained José Hilario dos Santos, president of the Residents Association of Morro de Santa Marta, a favela or shantytown embedded in Botafogo, a traditional middle-class neighborhood in Rio de Janeiro.

Chad Republic has kept social media shut for 300 days and counting

For almost a year now, people across Chad Republic in have not been able to access social media networks. The social media block began on Mar.

Kamala Harris On Being African-American And Indian, She Describes Herself As A ‘Proud American’

Yesterday, on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Sen. Kamala Harris announcing she was running for president. She conducted her first press conference at Howard University and joined the Alpha Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority.

Sudan: Will Sudan's Latest Protests Bring Down Bashir?

Street protests that started in the north-eastern Sudanese city of Atbara over bread and fuel price hikes on 19 December have snowballed into weeks of widespread anti-government protests demanding regime change. Popular street protests in Sudan are not unusual.

Tanzania: Magufuli Has Steadily Tightened the Noose On Media Freedom. Here's How

Last year two foreign journalists were detained in Tanzania. Both were members of the Committee To Protect Journalists (CPJ) - a non-governmental organisation that promotes press freedom and defends the rights of journalists.

Zimbabwe is sliding into violent political meltdown as its dire economy comes off the rails

Zimbabwe is sliding into a violent meltdown and it’s expected to worsen, unless there are some serious interventions. Days of mass protests have been characterized by violence, looting and heavy-handedness by the police and army.

Africa: Ecowas, Others Move to Eliminate Child Marriage in West Africa

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has expressed commitment to eliminate child marriage in the region through the validation and implementation of its reviewed Child Policy and Plan of Action. ECOWAS Commissioner for Social Affairs and Gender, Dr.

Mozambique: Ex-Minister's Arrest Opens Can of Worms in Mozambique

Maputo — The arrest of a former finance minister as well as the indictment of several other government officials has bust wide open the level of government corruption in Mozambique and to an extent, raised some concern in Angola where some firms indicted in Mozambique are present.

Sen. Kamala Harris announces she will run for president in 2020

California Sen. Kamala Harris announced Monday that she will run for president in 2020, joining an increasingly crowded field of Democrats seeking to challenge President Donald Trump.

Congo-Kinshasa: Making Sense of the Struggle for Democracy

On January 10, amid much controversy, the national electoral commission announced that Félix Tshisekedi had won the Democratic Republic of the Congo's (DRC) presidential poll. Prior to this, unofficial voting results leaked to diplomats and the press suggested Martin Fayulu had won.

Southern Africa: DA to Approach International Criminal Court If Ramaphosa 'Fails' to Intervene in Zimbabwe Crisis

The DA plans to approach the International Criminal Court (ICC) if President Cyril Ramaphosa fails to intervene directly to stop the "ongoing human rights violations" on Zimbabweans, allegedly by president Emmerson Mnangagwa's government.

Zimbabwe: Govt Issues Stern Warning As Activists Call New 5-Day Shutdown Protest

Anti-government activists have called for a second, and this time five-day, shutdown protest beginning Monday, prompting the administration to warn that "we will not hesitate to enforce the law".

Africa: Mboweni - South Africa Plans to Help Bail Out Zimbabwe

South Africa is planning to extend short-term credit to Zimbabwe and also to help it write off its US$7.4-billion external debt, to prevent its neighbour spiralling out of control. Critics say this will be a waste of money unless it can pressure Zanu-PF to make political reforms.

Kenya: MP Kuria Roots for a Hybrid System of Government

Nairobi — Gatundu South Member of Parliament Moses Kuria has come out to support a hybrid system of government, in a memorandum sent to the Building Bridges Initiative (BBI) on Friday.

Southern Africa: Africa's Revolutions Have Brought Disappointment - But Hope Remains

When I immigrated to the United States from South Africa towards the end of the 1960's I was totally unaware of the wars of liberation against Portuguese colonialism that had begun in the early 1960's in the neighboring countries of Mozambique and Angola.

Louisville International Airport To Be Named After Muhammad Ali

The late legendary boxer and social activist Muhammad Ali will receive a major honor from his hometown of Louisville, Kentucky. According to the Courier Journal, the city will rename Louisville International Airport after Ali.

Sentence In Police Killing Of Laquan McDonald Inspires Activists To Call For Political Change

Black activists are calling for political action after a white former Chicago cop received a light sentence on Friday for gunning down Laquan McDonald in 2014. “If you’re a Black Chicagoan, don’t protest. Don’t take to the streets.

Iranian TV Anchor Detained By US Authorities Is An African-American

Marzieh Hashemi, the TV anchor on Iranian state television who was jailed Jan. 13 in the U.S., is a Black Muslim journalist born in the United States. Protesters demand to know exactly why she was detained by federal agents in St. Louis after visiting relatives in the New Orleans area.

South Africa: Khoisan Will Continue to Camp Outside Union Buildings Until Their Demands Are Met

Using the Nelson Mandela statue at the Union Buildings in Pretoria for shade, six Khoisan, led by Chief Khoisan SA, said the time for talking about their demands was over.

DR Congo’s top court has upheld a controversial election result for a Tshisekedi win

The Democratic Republic of Congo’s highest court has ruled to uphold the national electoral commission’s controversial declaration of Felix Tshesekedi as winner of the Dec. 30 presidential elections. The ruling, which came in the early hours of Sunday (Jan.

Sudan protests one month on: 'This time it's different'

Burri, Sudan - It's been a month since a wave of anti-government protests began in Sudan. I'll admit, at first, I didn't expect it to last this long.

VPNs are now a part of life for Zimbabweans trying to get around a government internet shutdown

In the wake of nationwide internet shutdowns, ordinary Zimbabweans are circumventing censorship through VPNs. Zimbabwean authorities shut down the internet on Tuesday (Jan. 19) following widespread protests that led to the deaths of at least six people and the arrest of more than 600.

LA Teachers Strike Enters Fifth Day with Thousands of Supporters

After more than a year of contract negotations with the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), thousands of public teachers went on strike this week for the first time in three decades.

Africa: The AU Should Challenge Election Bodies Over Questionable Results

It is unusual for the AU to speak out against official election results in member states but it has now cast doubt on the preliminary results announced in DR Congo. It is high time for this, says DW's Mohammed Khelef.

Zimbabwe: Revolt and Repression in Zimbabwe

The Zimbabwean government's decision to hike fuel prices has sparked fierce opposition. In this Q&A, Crisis Group's Senior Consultant Piers Pigou explains how economic hardship is driving ordinary citizens to unprecedented acts of resistance. What triggered this explosion of unrest?

Zimbabwe: Five Killed as Government Attacks Fuel Hike Protesters

In Zimbabwe, at least five people have been killed and hundreds more arrested after government forces moved to suppress nationwide protests against the government’s move to more than double the cost of fuel. As protests began Monday, the government shut down internet access nationwide and deployed the military to the streets of Harare and other cities. Hundreds of people were reportedly beaten and arrested as authorities raided homes. Tichaona Zimunya: “Soldiers broke into our house in the middle of the night, destroying property in the process. They took turns to beat us, and our room was full of blood.” Tapiwa Kaseke: “They had no mercy. They wanted to kill us. But l managed to escape.” Fuel prices in Zimbabwe are now among the most expensive in the world.

L.A. Teachers’ Strike Enters Fifth Day as Oakland Teachers Hold One-Day Strike

And in California, contract negotiations between Los Angeles school district officials and the union representing more than 30,000 teachers are set to resume today, after marathon talks Thursday failed to bring an end to the strike—now in its fifth day. Meanwhile, teachers in Oakland are planning a one-day wildcat strike today to protest stalled contract talks. Oakland teachers say they’re struggling to make ends meet as the cost of living has risen 14 percent across the Bay Area over the past five years; teachers are demanding a 12 percent pay increase over the next three years.

Mozambique: Renamo Will Continue to Pursue Peace, Says Momade

Maputo — The newly elected President of Mozambique's main opposition party, the former rebel movement Renamo, Ossufo Momade, declared on Thursday that Renamo is committed to peace and will lay down its weapons in order to join the national development agenda.

Zimbabwe: What Now After a 2nd Internet Shutdown, and Treason Charges for Activists?

Cape Town — Zimbabwe's government has again forced a "total Internet shutdown", Misa Zimbabwe says, after a violent crackdown by police when huge crowds protested against dramatic fuel price increases.

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Has Officially Been Labeled ‘The Most Dangerous Person In America’

Republicans are truly afraid of a Puerto Rican girl from the Bronx. New York Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has stormed in Washington, D.C. holding no punches on anyone who is not properly serving the people.

Uganda: Human Rights Report Pins Uganda On Torture

Kampala — Government has failed to provide accountability for torture and extrajudicial killings in the country, Human Rights Watch (HRW), has said in latest report.

Africa: Europe - Leaders Manufacturing Migration 'Crisis' for Political Gain - New Report

European leaders are distorting the debate on migration for political gain and abandoning refugees and migrants at sea, Amnesty International said today (18 January) as it published a new report into migration across the Mediterranean.

STUDY: Why the Ban on Pell Grants for Incarcerated People Should Be Lifted

The Vera Institute of Justice and the Georgetown Center on Poverty and Inequality released a new report on Wednesday (January 16) called, “Investing in Futures: Economic and Fiscal Benefits of Postsecondary Education in Prison.

Louisville Renames Airport After Muhammad Ali

“It is a fitting testament to his legacy.”

Illinois Governor Finally Grants Clemency to Innocent Black Man Who Died In

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South Africa: No Citizenship, No Financial Aid - Refugee Students in SA Get Raw Deal

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme received almost half a million applications for the funding of higher education in 2019. Among those who need not bother applying, however, are students who do not have a South African ID book.

Zimbabwe: Govt Orders Second Full Internet Shutdown As Mnangagwa Eats Cake With 'Europe's Last Dictator'

The government ordered another nationwide internet shutdown Thursday - the second this week - ignoring local and global condemnation of its brutal crackdown against protestors and the adverse impact of the cyber-censorship on an already tanking economy.

What You Should Know About Lebron James' I Promise School

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Kenya: Probe Intensified for Riverside Drive Attack After 11 Suspects Arrested

Police are closing in on more suspects believed to have played part in the terror attack at 14 Riverside Drive Complex, after the arrest of 9 on Thursday.

Nigeria: Atiku Visits America After 12 Years

Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), will arrive the United States any moment from now, crossing one of the most serious political hurdles on his path ahead of the upcoming general elections.

6 Black Celebrities Who Give Back to the Community

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Calls To Boycott GM Grow As Black Workers Sue For Racist Work Environment

Multiple current and former employees of General Motors have sued the automaking giant over accusations of a racist workplace environment that included everything from nooses to being called the N-word and even a “whites only” sign.

Freedom Rider: Kamala Harris Destroyed Black Lives

Harris has spent her career locking up Black and brown people. She should not be allowed to shake hands, kiss babies or walk into black churches without being taken to task.

Africa: Civil Society Petitions AU Over Zimbabwe Crisis

Harare — Civil society organisations in Zimbabwe have petitioned the African Union (AU) to intervene and resolve the crisis in the country after a strike over fuel increases left at least eight people dead.

Southern Africa: New Leaders Can Do More for Rights

Johannesburg — New leadership in key Southern Africa countries renewed hope for greater respect for human rights, but the region's leaders failed to live up to expectations in 2018, Human Rights Watch said today in its World Report 2019.

Mauritania: Repressive Laws Restrict Peaceful Speech

Geneva — Mauritanian authorities used a litany of harsh and overbroad laws on terrorism, cybercrime, apostasy, and criminal defamation to prosecute and jail human rights defenders, activists, bloggers, and political dissidents during 2018, Human Rights Watch said today in releasing its World Repor

Egypt: New Moves to Crush Dissent

Beirut — Egyptian authorities increasingly relied on counterterrorism and state of emergency laws to crush peaceful dissent during 2018, including by prosecuting journalists and human rights activists, Human Rights Watch said today in its World Report 2019.

Experience With Irregular Migration is the Best Teacher

- The International Organization For Migration (IOM) has taken its campaign against irregular migration to schools in Nigeria. The school campaigns are meant to educate children who are among victims of human traffickers.

African countries should be building private-public partnerships in higher education

Private-public partnerships have become a common strategy for countries all over the world to meet their development goals. In the global north, these partnerships – which bring capital and expertise together – tend to focus on developing infrastructure.

Zimbabwe: Govt Restores Internet, Maintains Freeze On Facebook, Twitter

Zimbabwe's paranoid government Wednesday restored the internet but kept social media sites blocked as tensions remained high in a country that has seen violent protests past three days.

Black Lawmaker Gives Perfect Reason For Rejecting Resolution That Condemns Steve King’s Racism

The lone vote against a House of Representatives resolution that denounced white supremacy said the resolution is aimed at an “unrepentant” GOP lawmaker who “wrote the president’s playbook” on how to be a racist while in government. See Also: Sen.

DNC Stops Supporting Women’s March After Tamika Mallory’s Comments On Minister Louis Farrakhan

Tamika Mallory, co-founder of the Woman’s March, appeared on “The View” earlier this week and was attacked by Meghan McCain for her support of Minister Louis Farrakhan. Now, the Democratic National Committee has pulled out of the Women’s March, which is this Saturday.

Africa: How Harvesting Natural Products Can Help Rural People Beat Poverty

Every day, people around the world harvest natural products like fungi, plants, bark, flowers, honey and nuts. These non-timber forest products, as they are known, can play an important role - particularly for people living in rural areas. Products like honey and nuts can be sold.

Essence Honors Black Women in Hollywood

Regina Hall, KiKi Layne, Jenifer Lewis and Amandla Stenberg each have their own cover.

The acquittal of Côte d’Ivoire’s ex-president is another blow to the ICC’s future

Just less than three years into their trial former Côte d’Ivoire president Laurent Gbagbo and Charles Blé Goudé, leader of the youth militia, have been acquitted and ordered to be released by the International Criminal Court (ICC). They were both faced four charges of crimes against humanity.

What Court’s 2020 Census Ruling Against Trump Means For The Black Community

Advocates for minority communities breathed a sigh of relief after a federal court ruled against the Trump administration’s push to include a citizenship question on the upcoming 2020 Census. However, the legal battle over how political power and resources are distributed will likely continue.

NYPD Forced To Admit Spying On Black Lives Matter Protestors

The New York City Police Department was backed into a legal corner after a state judge ruled that the department must respond to a public records request about its monitoring of Black Lives Matter protesters’ cell phones and social media activities.

How we build national institutions plays a crucial role in ensuring prosperity for developing nations

Even with most institutional reform projects failing, it is understandable why trying to change a poor country’s institutions feels so urgent. In many poor countries, the government is often the only game in town and wields significant influence on the economy.

Cote d'Ivoire: ICC Trial Chamber I acquits Laurent Gbagbo and Charles Blé Goudé From All Charges

Today, 15 January 2019, Trial Chamber I of the International Criminal Court ("ICC" or "Court"), by majority, Judge Herrera Carbuccia dissenting, acquitted Mr Laurent Gbagbo and Mr Charles Blé Goudé from all charges of crimes against humanity allegedly committed in Côte d'Ivoire in 2010 and 2011.

How A Government Shutdown Disrespects Martin Luther King’s Legacy

Tuesday marked the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.,’s 90th birthday, but the longest government shutdown in history was doing a great disservice to the civil rights icon’s timeless legacy of fighting for the people.

Top 12 Scholarship Programs For Black/ African American Students in 2019

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Africa: Why There's a Case for Giving Foreign Aid to Authoritarian Regimes

Should democracies give foreign aid to countries that are not democracies? Democratic aid donors don't have enough money to do all the things they want to in the world, so they need to find ways to decide how to ration aid.

Africa: UN Lambasted On High-Level Appointments

United Nations — The world's developing countries, comprising over two-thirds of the 193 UN member states, are complaining they are not being adequately represented in the higher echelons of the world body -- despite competent candidates with strong professional and academic qualifications vying f

Actors Danny Glover & Delroy Lindo Return to Leadership Academy for Black T

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Congo-Kinshasa: Authoritarian Out – But What's Next in DRC?

The presidential and parliamentary elections in the Democratic Republic of Congo have put hopes for real change on hold, but a weekend court challenge by the opposition instead of calls for street protests has dampened immediate fears of widespread political violence.

South Africa: Ramaphosa Sets Out a Bold Vision for South Africa. but Can He Pull It Off?

As South Africa heads for the polls in a few months time in its sixth democratic election, political party electioneering has begun in earnest.

Simmons College Launches Initiative To Recruit, Retain More Black Teachers

Representation is everything, especially in the realm of education. According to a study released by the National Bureau of Economic Research, Black students who have two Black teachers are 32 percent more likely to pursue their college education.

Sudan: Imams in Khartoum Condemn Sudan Regime's Violence At Protests

Khartoum — In their Friday sermons, a number of imams in various mosques in the Sudanese capital of Khartoum launched fierce attacks on the government and the security forces, condemning the killing of demonstrators.

Zimbabwe Faces Fresh Protests Amid Collapsing Economy

Harare — Zimbabwe is set for a new wave of public protests following a deepening economic crisis marked by closure of companies and skyrocketing prices of basic commodities, among them fuel.

Nigerian Female Rap Artists As Endangered Species

Yinka Olatunbosun probes the dearth of Nigerian female artists in a male-dominated rap music industry to unearth the untold story of women in the music scene MUSIC Take it or trash it, one of the most emblematic music collaborations ever recorded in Nigeria's hip-hop history is the classic track "To

Uganda: Opposition Political Parties in Unity Talks

Mukono — Three registered Opposition political parties are in talks to unite ahead of preparations for the next election, their leaders have said.

Thousands Face Threat Of Eviction After HUD Contracts Expire Due To Shutdown

With the partial government shutdown on the verge of becoming the longest in U.S. history, many housing advocates fear thousands of low-income Americans are at risk of being evicted.

Should anyone really own the phrase “Hakuna Matata”?

The Walt Disney Company, a purveyor of cultural products, services and experiences, showcases stories primarily to Americans, then Europeans and people wherever they have Disney Worlds or Disneyland Resorts, and lastly to the rest of the world.

Philly prosecutors discover mysterious ‘six boxes’ connected to Mumia Abu-Jamal in storage room

Days after Christmas, Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner and some of his assistants went rummaging around an out-of-the-way storage room in the office looking for some pieces of furniture.

A South African university is replacing a colonial ruler’s name with a symbolic and powerful figure

The crown jewel in University of Cape Town’s (UCT’s) symmetrically pleasing main campus is its hall. The campus lies in linear regularity against the iconic backdrop of Devil’s Peak, part of the spectacular mountain range that circles the city.

How Prosecutors Contribute to Mass Incarceration

A new animated video from Color of Change anchors the group's 100 Days of Justice campaign to hold reform-minded prosecutors accountable.

WATCH: Gary Clark Jr. Confronts America's Anti-Black Heritage in New Video

“This Land” indicts the racism the blues artist has faced since his childhood in Texas.

Sudan's Protest Crackdown 'Impacts Our Bilateral Phased Engagement' - EU Body

Brussels — The European External Action Service (EEAS) has condemned the Sudanese authorities violent repression of protest, arrest of journalist and for not ensuring the right for freedom of expression of Sudanese citizens.

Gambia: A Deeper Look At Gambia's Truth, Reconciliation and Reparations Commission

The Truth, Reconciliation and Reparations Commission (TRRC) opened this week in the Gambia as part of an initiative to tackle alleged human rights violations committed during the 22 years of Yahya Jammeh's iron rule.

DR Congo’s back-room election deal has given us a weak president-elect and a stronger opposition

Félix Tshisekedi is the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s (DRC) president elect. He is the leader of one of the DRC’s longest serving opposition parties, the Union for Democracy and Social Progress. Before the election, he joined forces with Vital Kamerhe and his Coalition for Change.

Blue Economy Can be a Lifeline for Africa

- By efficient management, the sustainable exploitation of resources in oceans, seas, lakes and rivers—also known as the blue economy—could contribute up to $1.

Trump May Raid Puerto Rico Hurricane Relief Funds for Border Wall

The protests came as President Trump traveled to McAllen, Texas, along the U.S.-Mexico border Thursday to repeat his demand for more than $5 billion in funding for a border wall. In what would be an unprecedented move, Trump is considering declaring a national emergency in a bid to circumvent Congress, and he has ordered the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to look into raiding funds from a $13.9 billion disaster relief bill meant to help Puerto Rico, Florida, Texas and California recover from deadly hurricanes and wildfires. After a photo-op at the border, Trump granted an interview to Fox News host Sean Hannity, who was reportedly given special access to the president by White House Deputy Chief of Staff Bill Shine—a former Fox News executive. Sean Hannity: “Now, you said earlier today that it’s likely, that you’re very likely going to declare a national emergency. How soon would that happen?” President Donald Trump: “No, if we don’t make a deal with Congress, most likely I will do that. I would actually say I would. I can’t imagine any reason why not, because I’m allowed to do it. The law is 100 percent on my side.” In fact, many legal scholars and lawmakers say such a move would violate federal law and could set a dangerous precedent. Carol Rose of the American Civil Liberties Union said, “He can try, but he’s going to be challenged in court by the ACLU and by about a million other groups.”

Exclusive: Angela Davis Speaks Out on Palestine, BDS & More After Civil Rights Award Is Revoked

AMY GOODMAN: The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute is continuing to come under fire after rescinding a human rights award for the scholar, civil rights activist and author Angela Davis. In September, the institute announced it would award Davis the Fred L.

"Sistas on Fire! A Newsical" -- A Musical Revue That Examines Pressing Soci

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Denton Black Film Festival to Launch New Institute to Empower Filmmakers, W

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Facing Mass Deportation, Haitians Sue Trump to Preserve Temporary Protected Status

A New York City trial is challenging the Trump administration’s attempt to end temporary protected status—known as TPS—for more than 50,000 Haitians living in the U.S. Tens of thousands of Haitians were granted TPS after an earthquake devastated their country nine years ago this week.

There Are Thousands of Cyntoia Browns: Mariame Kaba on Criminalization of Sexual Violence Survivors

Cyntoia Brown was granted full clemency by Republican Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam on Monday after serving 15 years in prison. The decision follows months of intense public pressure and outrage over her case.

Judge Rules Florida Governor Ignored Elections Chief’s Constitutional Rights

Besieged Broward County Elections Supervisor Brenda Snipes won a legal battle against Florida’s former Gov. Rick Scott who effectively fired her, but she must now face his successor, Gov. Ron DeSantis, who has a long history of racism. U.S.

Angola: EU Releases 65 Million Euro to Aid Family Farming

Lubango — The European Union (EU) made available 65 million Euros this year to aid the execution of the Reinforcement, Resilience and Nutritional Food Security Programme (FRESAN) in the southern region of Angola.

The results of DR Congo’s historic presidential elections are being heavily disputed

The Democratic Republic of Congo’s first ever democratic transfer of power since its independence from Belgium in 1960 is not happening without incident. Barely hours after Felix Tshisekedi was announced as president-elect, the election results are being disputed.

Congo-Kinshasa: 2018 Elections - An Analysis of Implausible Results

What are the chances that Felix Tshisekedi really won? Early this morning, the National Independent Electoral Commission (CENI) finally announced official but provisional results from the Democratic Republic of Congo's presidential elections held on 30 December 2018.

Gabon: Despite Massive Discontent, Gabonese Want Democracy and Reject Military Rule, Survey Shows (Afrobarometer)

Libreville, Gabon — Despite massive public dissatisfaction with the status quo, Gabonese citizens strongly support democracy and reject military and one-man rule, Afrobarometer's most recent national survey shows.

Inside the Long, Hard Fight to Stop the Bayou Bridge Oil Pipeline

Cherri Foytlin, a water protector of Din’e and Cherokee heritage from Louisiana, likes to tell a story about going to jail in Texas. In October 2018, Foytlin traveled to Dallas to protest an Energy Transfer Partners (ETP) shareholders meeting.

A search for Mozambique’s secret $2 billion debt shows how the global banking system aids corruption

From a solitary jail cell east of Johannesburg, Mozambique’s former finance minister is fighting extradition to the United States. Manuel Chang was arrested on Dec. 29 at O. R. Tambo International Airport, en route to Dubai from Maputo.

Africa: A Referendum On Land Reform in South Africa? Brexit Suggests Not

There are many valid reasons for calling for a deepening of democracy in South Africa, despite the fact that it has regular free elections and constitutional mechanisms designed to promote public participation in lawmaking.

Africa: Presidential Elections to Watch in Africa This Year

After the relentless electoral drama across Africa last year, several countries will hold presidential polls this year. The most significant general elections, after the DR Congo one, will be held in Nigeria, South Africa, Mozambique, Libya, Malawi and Mauritania.

Africa: How Foreign Backing Is Keeping Sudan's Omar Al-Bashir in Power

Day after day Sudanese are taking to the streets to protest against the rule of Omar al-Bashir. The president, who himself seized power in 1989 when he led a coup, is facing the most serious challenge in his three decades in power.

Kenya: Uhuru Kenyatta Succession War Gets Vicious

The gloves are finally off. President Uhuru Kenyatta and his deputy William Ruto have unleashed their troops on each other as long-simmering tensions burst into a political showdown.

Mauritania: Interview-Europe Must Cut Ties With Mauritania, Anti-Slavery Politician Says

interview Yaounde — Biram Dah Abeid, who has been jailed numerous times for his fight against slavery, says he plans to stand for president Days after his release from jail, one of Mauritania's top anti-slavery campaigners called on Europe to stop doing business with and giving aid to the West Af

DR Congo picks Felix Tshisekedi as president to succeed Joseph Kabila

The Democratic Republic of Congo has a new president, Felix Tshisekedi , the son of a veteran opposition leader. He won with just over 7 million votes or 38.6%, according to the national electoral commission.

Black-Owned Publisher Aims to Take Urban Literature in a New Direction

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Innocent Black Muslim Couple Gets Contacted By the FBI Because of Their Ins

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Foreign backing is keeping Sudan’s Omar al-Bashir in power amid citizen uprising

Nigeria: Again, Buhari Blames Gaddafi for Nigeria's Insecurity

Stooges of former Libya leader, Muamar Gaddafi, constitute the terrorists perpetrating evil acts in Nigeria, President Muhammadu Buhari has said.

Gabon: What Next for Gabon Following Failed Coup Attempt?

Calm has returned to Libreville and internet has been restored, a day after a coup attempt aimed at overthrowing Gabon's government and President Ali Bongo.

Nigeria is on edge with multiple internal security conflicts as it prepares for tense elections

On Nov. 18, news broke about an attack on an army base in the village of Metele in northeastern Nigeria by suspected members of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), a splinter group of Boko Haram, the terrorist organization.

South Africa: Racist Farmers Must Have Their Land Expropriated First - Tshwane ANCYL

The ANC Youth League (ANCYL) in Tshwane has called for the expropriation of land from racist farmers. The organisation made the call at an anti-racism protest in Bronkhorstspruit on Tuesday, where the small town's CBD was shut down.

An Inspiring New Socio-Economic Movement is Welcoming Black Business Owners

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Cameroon: Gabon Closes Border With Cameroon After Failed Coup Attempt

Gabon has closed border crossings with Cameroon since Monday's attempted coup against President Ali Bongo, halting trade and leaving Gabonese unable to return home. Goods and passengers destined for Gabon are stranded in Cameroon’s border town of Kiossi.

Zimbabwe: Economists - Labour Unrest, Looming Drought to Force $2 Billion Budget Overrun

Zimbabwe's ongoing labour unrest and the possibility of a drought this year could force government to overrun its budget by over $2 billion through borrowing, economists have warned. In separate interviews with NewZimbabwe.

Policy Experts Say Kamala Harris Pivots on Criminal Justice in New Memoir

The senator reckons with her past as an attorney general in “The Truths We Hold: An American Journey.”

5 of the Best Products for Your Natural Black Hair

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Meet the 32-Year Old Who Just Became the Youngest Black Woman Elected to Co

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Charity Run by Black Lawmakers Reportedly Didn't Give Out a Single Scholars

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Florida Felons Register To Vote As New Law Takes Effect, But For How Long?

Scores of felons in the Sunshine State rushed out on Tuesday to take advantage of their restored voting rights by registering to cast a ballot. But the state’s GOP governor tried to rain on their parade. Up to 1.

Civil Rights institute in Alabama rescinds award for Angela Davis

The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute's board of directors had chosen Davis to receive its "Fred Shuttlesworth Human Rights Award" at its annual gala next month. But the institute decided to withdraw the award and cancel the annual gala at which Davis, a Birmingham native, would have been honored.

“Crime + Punishment” Exposes Racial Quotas in the NYPD & Retaliation Against Officers Who Speak Out

A group of New York Police Department officers are challenging what they call a racially charged policy of quotas for arrests and summonses.

Zimbabwe: Nothing Political About Our Demands - Teachers

Progressive Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (PTUZ) Secretary General Raymond Majongwe has dismissed claims by the government that a third hand is behind their push for better working conditions, charging that there is nothing political about their planned national strike.

Gambia: Truth Commission on Jammeh Opens Hearings

Two years after President Yahya Jammeh left power in Gambia, the country is opening a truth commission that will look into abuses carried out during his more than two decades in power. The commission, known as the TCRR, or Truth Reconciliation and Reparations Commission, opened hearings Monday.

Trial Begins to Halt Trump's Termination of TPS for Haitians

Members of the Haitian community joined immigration advocates outside the federal courthouse in Brooklyn, New York, today (January 7) to mark the start of the first trial of the Trump administration’s termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for immigrants from Haiti.

City of Flint to Stand Trial For Supplying Toxic Water

The Flint Water crisis began with the majority-Black city’s April 2014 decision to switch Flint’s water source from the Great Lakes Water Authority to the Flint River.

South Africa: Why South Africa Will Find It Hard to Break Free From Its Vicious Teaching Cycle

Half of all South African pupils who attended school for five years can't do basic calculations. This is according to a 2015 TIMMS report on mathematics achievements among Grade 5 learners in South Africa.

Second Black Man Dies In Home Of Ed Buck, Powerful Democratic Donor

Ed Buck is wealthy Democratic donor who has contributed to politicians like Hillary Clinton and California Gov. Jerry Brown. However, in July 2017, a 26-year-old Black man named Gemmel Moore died in Buck’s West Hollywood home.

Africa: What DRC's Flawed Election Means for Emerging Democratic Culture in Africa

On December 30, 2018, 46 million citizens cast their votes in a historic election in the Democratic Republic of Congo. There hasn't been a peaceful transition of power in this country since the end of Belgian rule in 1960.

Gabon’s army just attempted a coup by taking over the national radio station

Gabon’s army took over the national radio station today (Jan. 7) and announced the establishment of a “restoration council,” in an apparent attempt to overthrow president Ali Bongo.

Africa: Regional Integration Key to Africa's Economic Growth

INTEGRATION is an important engine for economic growth, sustainable development and improving the living standards of the African people. It is also recognised as one of the key factors underlying the success of the fastest growing economies in Africa.

Young Black Author Has Book Added To Library Of Congress

Georgia-bred author Nicholas Buamah hasn’t even reached the age of 10 yet, but he’s gone further in his literary career than most authors. According to Face2Face Africa, the 7-year-old’s book was accepted into the Library of Congress.

Barbershop Books Empowers Black Boys To Read

A former educator is on a mission to promote literacy among Black youth. Through his program Barbershop Books, entrepreneur Alvin Irby is bringing literature to barbershops across the country to inspire young African American boys to read, the Tuscaloosa News reported.

Congo-Kinshasa: Congo Election Results Delayed As U.S. Deploys Troops to Africa

The results of last weekend's presidential vote in the Central African nation will be delayed by a week, the electoral commission has announced. The Catholic Church has warned of a popular "uprising" over untrue results.

Somalia: Getting It Wrong Again - UN Diplomacy Is Failing Somalia

The world expects the United Nations to be as above suspicion as Caesar's wife.

Uganda: On the Challenge of Building Modern Democratic State

At the beginning of a New Year, many people make "new year resolutions" to focus their attention on specific goals for the next 12 months. Instead, I would like to address the challenge of building a modern democratic state in Uganda and elsewhere in Africa.

Entrepreneur Aims To Open Only Black-Owned Bookstore In Orlando

An entrepreneur is aiming to create a hub for Black literature in Orlando, Florida. Trenessa L. Williams has plans on expanding her online bookstore Kizzy’s Books & More into a brick-and-mortar store which would make it the only Black-owned bookstore in Orlando, Black News reported.

The “democracy of bread” is threatening to unravel Sudan’s three-decade dictatorship

The price of bread is, yet again, at the heart of protests in Sudan. On Dec. 19, demonstrations began in the eastern city of Atbara after the government phased out wheat and fuel subsidies at the suggestion of international lenders.

Africa: Breakthrough in Plant Engineering Could Boost Productivity, Feed Millions More

Rome — A new process that adjusts the way crops turn sunlight into energy could boost their yield by 40 percent, scientists say.

Kenya: Kyle Mccarter Confirmed As New US Ambassador to Kenya

A long and difficult political process ended successfully on Thursday when the US Senate voted to confirm Kyle McCarter as Washington's new envoy to Kenya.

How African governments should negotiate better infrastructure deals with China

“You don’t negotiate with China !” I was quickly told when I started interviewing African public servants about their infrastructure deals with Beijing. There is a widespread view in Africa that you accept whatever terms are offered, for fear that the money might go somewhere else instead.

African Leadership University has raised $30 million to help reinvent graduate education

African Leadership University, the Mauritius-based institution with an ambitious goal to train the continent’s future leaders, has raised $30 million in a Series B round led by Danish retail billionaire Anders Holch Povlsen.

Ilhan Omar becomes the first person to wear the hijab in the US Congress

History was on Ilhan Omar’s mind as she arrived in Washington DC this week.

Congo-Kinshasa: United States Calls Upon the Democratic Republic of the Congo's Electoral Commission To Release Accurate Results

The United States stands by the millions of Congolese voters who went to the polls across the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) on December 30 to participate in presidential, legislative, and provincial assembly elections.

These are the key African elections to watch in 2019

Tens of millions of Africans will go to the polls this year in the hope of using the ballot to deepen the quality of democratic governance.

A Shimmer of Political Hope From Today's Newly Sworn-In Congress

In many ways, it feels as if electoral politics in the United States have been barreling at full speed into the regressive past since November 2016.

Africa: AU to Reveal Details On Production and Issuance of the African Passport

Moussa Faki Mahamat, AU Commission Chairperson revealed the AU will in February present specific details on the production and issuance of the African passport, which will aid the free movement of Africans across the continent.

Africa: New Year Message - Prime Minister Announces Free Access to Tertiary Education in All Public Institutions

The future of the country rests on its youth and Government has come up with a historical measure which is free access to tertiary education in all public institutions.

South Africa: Presidency Receives Memorandum From Student Activists

Presidency Director-General Dr Cassius Lubisi has received a memorandum from #FeesMustFall activists demanding blanket amnesty for activists who have been convicted of crimes arising from the #FeesMustFall protest in 2017.

Africa: A Very Vegan New Year - Increasing Numbers Sign Up for Meat-Free Resolution

London — A record 170,000 people across 14 countries have signed up for Veganuary, in which people pledge to go vegan to January As rising numbers of people start 2019 vowing to go vegan for environmental and other reasons, chefs, restaurants and supermarkets are jumping on the often-ridiculed ban

Sudan: Are Sudan's Protests Against Bashir Regime Doomed to Fail?

For weeks, the Sudanese people have been protesting against President Omar al-Bashir. Though a diplomatic pariah, his Western back channel support means he holds the cards in a standoff unlikely to deliver major change.

Maxine Waters Plans To Turn Up The Heat On Corporations That Lack Diversity

Corporate America has been put on notice about its lack of diversity by California’s Democratic Rep. Maxine Waters, who is poised to chair a key congressional committee.

South Africa: We Will 'Declare Independence' If Ramaphosa Doesn't Respond to Demands - Khoisan Leader

Khoisan leader Chief Khoisan SA has given President Cyril Ramaphosa until New Year's Day, or else he says the Khoisan people will declare independence from South Africa.

An internet shutdown is the latest frustration hitting voters in DR Congo

An internet shutdown across the Democratic Republic of the Congo is heightening fears of electoral fraud in a presidential election already marred by delays and violence. Internet connectivity in the vast central African state was already disrupted before voters headed to polls on Dec.

Congo-Kinshasa: Internet, SMS Shutdown Threatens Crediblity of Election

Internet, SMS messages and media have been restricted for a second day following a chaotic election. The opposition claims the government is committing election fraud.

Burkina Faso Declares Partial State of Emergency

Burkina Faso has declared a state of emergency in several provinces, after ten gendarmes were killed and three wounded in an ambush in the northwest of the country, near the border with Mali.

Widow Of The Officer Mumia Abu-Jamal Accused Of Killing ‘Absolutely Outraged’ He Received Appeal

After years of fighting, the lawyers for Mumia Abu-Jamal won him another appeal due to new evidence. Now the widow of the officer he was accused of killing spoke out to Fox News and she is “absolutely outraged.”

The Adolescent Girl Holds the Key to Kenya’s Economic Transformation and Prosperity

Siddharth Chatterjee is the United Nations Resident Coordinator to Kenya. The countdown to a New Year has begun. Can 2019 be a year of affirmative action to ensure hope and opportunity for Kenya’s adolescent girl?

Nigeria: What Netflix's Involvement in Nigeria's Massive Film Industry Really Means

Global streaming service Netflix set its eyes a few years ago on Nigeria's film industry, better known as Nollywood. Distribution of Nigerian movies on Netflix started around 2015.

South Africa: Fees Must Fall Activists to Visit Convicted Comrade in Pretoria En Route to Union Buildings

Fees Must Fall activists will visit convicted activist Kanya Cekeshe in prison on Sunday, as part of their march from Isandlwana in KwaZulu-Natal to the Union Buildings in Pretoria.

Kenya: People and Times That Shaped Kenya's Landscape in 2018

Kenya entered 2018 on the back of a challenging year, during which an extended election process and a severe drought threatened to impede investment in economic growth. Then as the year slowly begun to age, a lot has taken place.

Zimbabwe: 'Sanctions Won't Stop Re-Engagement'

Zimbabwe will continue pursuing dialogue to normalise relations globally in line with President Mnangagwa's approach of "engagement and re-engagement", Government spokesperson Mr Nick Mangwana said yesterday.

Museum Of Black Civilizations In African Wants Europe To Return Stolen Artworks

A new museum in Africa that displays artworks from across the African Diaspora opened earlier this month, but it’s missing important pieces that Europe plundered during the colonial era.

South Africa: Presidency 'Still Committed' to Addressing Khoisan Concerns Amid Threats to Declare Independence

The Presidency says it is still committed to addressing the concerns of members of the Khoisan community, currently camped outside the Union Buildings, who have threatened to "take (their) country back" unless their demands are met.

Ethiopian Diaspora Trust Fund Collects Over One Million Usd, Says Office of PM

Addis Ababa — The Ethiopian Diaspora Trust Fund has collected over 1,000,000 USD after Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed made the second call for raising the fund recently.

White Referee Fired After Forcing Black Wrestler to Cut Dreadlocks

Alan Maloney, the White referee who forced, Andrew Johnson, a Black high school wrestler to cut his dreadlocks before a match, will no longer work in the Buena Regional School District.

Congo-Kinshasa: DR Congo Elections - Reversing a Dangerous Decision

After postponing long-awaited elections, the Democratic Republic of Congo's electoral commission has announced a second delay in voting in some conflict-affected areas - until after a new president takes office. This decision disenfranchises 1.25 million Congolese and risks major unrest.

A Path to Freedom? Journalist Mumia Abu-Jamal Wins Chance to Reargue Appeal in 1981 Police Killing

AMY GOODMAN: We begin today’s show with an update on a major development that could be the path to freedom for former Black Panther Mumia Abu-Jamal, the award-winning journalist who was convicted of the 1981 murder of Philadelphia police officer Daniel Faulkner but has always maintained his innoce

Sudan has blocked Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to counter anti-govt protests

Sudan’s government is looking to the internet as one way to quell swelling protests all over the country. For over a week now, protesters in major cities have demonstrated against rising bread prices besides soaring inflation and shortages in fuel.

Africa’s big political changes in 2018 didn’t quite deliver the hopes expected

Elections should usher in change, but in too many cases they highlight how entrenched political shortcomings are in contemporary African democracies. For the first time since independence in 1980, Zimbabweans held an election without president Robert Mugabe on the ballot paper.

Advocates Claim Another Victory Against Policies That Unfairly Keep Poor People Behind Bars

In an important lawsuit, Denver agreed to stop keeping people behind bars who paid bond but can’t afford additional fees. It’s the latest victory for advocates who call for the end of a system that disproportionately harms people of color. Denver settled a lawsuit on Dec.

White Supremacy, Colonialism and Fatphobia are Inherently Tied to Each Other

Everything that we know about “obesity” is an indictment on white supremacy, and everything about who we listen to regarding it is bullshit.

Africa: Isabel dos Santos and the Economic Empowerment of African Women

At a United Nations debate in New York, Isabel dos Santos, who is currently the richest woman in Africa, spoke of the economic empowerment of African women as a key to transforming society.

Sudan: Protest March in Sudan Capital 'Biggest in Years'

Khartoum — The mass demonstration yesterday organised by the Sudan Professionals Association in Khartoum, has been described as the largest of its kind in many years.

Thousands Of Georgians Had Their Food Stamps Cut By The Trump Administration

Right about now, Georgia could use a governor like Stacey Abrams. Sadly, because of voter suppression, the most vulnerable in Georgia may suffer. The Trump administration has found a way to cut food stamps in the red state and people are suffering.

Dawoud Bey: 40 Years of Photos Affirming the ‘Lives of Ordinary Black People’

As a socially conscious teenager, Dawoud Bey was intrigued by the controversy over the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s 1969 exhibition, “Harlem on My Mind: Cultural Capital of Black America, 1900-1968.” The show featured photos, audio and text about daily life in Harlem.

Burundi’s president is moving the capital to another city

Burundi is moving its capital from the shores of Lake Tanganyika and deep into the nation’s central highlands. Authorities announced they would change the political capital from Bujumbura to Gitega, which is located over 100 kilometers (62 miles) to the east.

Africa moved the world closer to its largest free trade area since WTO in 2018

The countdown to establishing one of the world’s largest free trade zones is now closer than ever.

Parents Of Wrestler Who Was Forced To Cut Off His Locs Breaks Their Silence

A video of Andrew Johnson, who wrestles for Buena High in Atlantic County, New Jersey, being forced to cut his locs off has gone viral. Reportedly, he was told by referee Alan Maloney he had to cut off his hair or he could not play against a competing school. The family is now speaking out.

From 1968 to 2018: Angela Davis on Freedom Struggles Then and Now, and the Movements of the Future

AMY GOODMAN: This is Democracy Now!, democracynow.org, The War and Peace Report. I’m Amy Goodman, as we return to my conversation with former Black Panther Angela Davis, professor emerita at the University of California, Santa Cruz. I spoke with her in October in Washington, D.C.

Angela Davis: We Owe It to People Who Came Before Us to Fight to Abolish Prisons

AMY GOODMAN: This is Democracy Now!, democracynow.org, The War and Peace Report. I’m Amy Goodman, as we return to my conversation with Angela Davis. I spoke with her in October at Busboys and Poets, a cultural hub and restaurant in Washington, D.C.

Angela Davis on Running from the FBI, Lessons from Prison and How Aretha Franklin Got Her Free

AMY GOODMAN: Today, we spend the hour with the legendary activist and scholar Angela Davis, professor emerita at the University of California, Santa Cruz.

Cyntoia Brown Dealt A Cruel Blow By Tennessee’s Soulless Governor

Yesterday, Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam granted executive clemency to 11 people and none of them was Cyntoia Brown. In a news release, he said, “I am pleased to grant these acts of clemency.

Namibia's Dependency Syndrome On South Africa

Namibia and South Africa have enjoyed long cordial relations on multifaceted levels during the last two decades, spanning from political partnerships, shared history and certainly various multilateral agreements.

Congo-Kinshasa: Bad Times for Democracy in DR Congo

Pre-election chaos, fears of vote rigging in the Democratic Republic of Congo -- the timing of elections so close to Christmas is no coincidence, says DW's Dirke Köpp.

Black Artists Are Saying ‘Hell No!’ To Shucking And Jiving For The Super Bowl

The powers that be at the Super Bowl, including ex-CBS honcho Les Moonves, tried to ruin Janet Jackson’s career. The NFL has completely disrespected Colin Kaepernick, and consequently, the NFL does not deserve a millisecond of the brilliance of Black artists for its Halftime Show.

Congo-Kinshasa: 'Election is Time of Reckoning for Congolese People'

guest column If the presidential election scheduled for Sunday in the Democratic Republic of the Congo actually takes place, it could lead to the first “peaceful” transfer of power since the United States' Central Intelligence Agency, in cahoots with the United Nations, Belgium and other Wester

The US should focus on soft power and China cooperation in Africa—not rivalry

The Trump administration recently announced a long-awaited new strategy towards Africa.

Eritrea: What Eritrea Can Learn By Looking Southward

Eritrea's financial system, antiquated by any modern standards, speaks to the underdevelopment of the country. But the country would do better not to take the path Ethiopia took as it gradually opens up to the world, writes Ambessaw Assegued (assegued@anfilo.com).

This Is Personal! Hakeem Jeffries Targeted By Ocasio-Cortez

New York Democratic Rep.-elect Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s plan to shake up the party in Congress reportedly involves the ouster of Rep. Hakeem Jeffries from his Brooklyn district in the 2020 primaries. For Ocasio-Cortez, targeting Jeffries is both political and personal.

Africa: Women Farmers Join Agricultural Value Chains

If Africa is to feed itself, and if land rights are to be applied universally, the advancement of African women farmers is a fundamental necessity, and the ability of women to access microfinance is key.

Africa: The Three Lessons Africa Can Learn From Asia About Investing in Agriculture

Africa will play a defining role in meeting global hunger targets by mid-century. But maximising food production while protecting natural resources is no easy task. Professor Sir Gordon Conway is a Professor of International Development at Imperial College London, U.K.

Mauritanians Who Sought Refuge in U.S. Face Deportation, Then Jail

Nouakchott — Mo had nothing but a set of jail clothes and the name of a distant cousin when he boarded the deportation flight from the United States to Mauritania, the African country he had fled.

Africa: Should Africa Back World Trade Organisation Reforms?

There is an air of resignation to failure at the World Trade Organisation (WTO) in Geneva. Long-stuck trade negotiations and a recent eruption of a virus of economic nationalism and protectionism are confronting the organisation with its gravest existential crisis.

Statue Of Liberty Climber Patricia Okoumou Is Convicted For Protesting Trump

Therese Patricia Okoumou got a slow clap around the world when she scaled the Statue of Liberty on July 4. In a now famous photo, she sat with her legs crossed at the base of Lady Liberty while a police rescuer was just a few feet away from her.

Global Voter Suppression Efforts Against Black Americans Are Confirmed In New Report

A new report detailed how the Russians specifically targeted African-American voters in the 2016 election to help President Donald Trump win—adding to domestic efforts to suppress the Black vote.

Will New York’s Recreational Weed Plan Ignore Marijuana Convictions?

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo said Blacks were disproportionately arrested for marijuana, but he never reportedly mentioned any sort of reparations for those same groups if weed were to be legalized.

Nigeria’s army is accusing international bodies of working with Boko Haram and undermining soldiers

In less than a week, Nigeria’s military has railed against two major international organizations operating in the country. On Friday (Dec.

Racist White Candidates Criminalized Black Opponents To Win Elections

There’s now independent confirmation that Georgia’s Governor-elect Brian Kemp fabricated a tale about a cybercrime while serving as secretary of state to help himself steal the gubernatorial election from Stacey Abrams.

Trump’s focus on Africa might be about China but that could be a good thing

It’s hard not to have seen the early coverage of the United States’ new “Africa Prosper” policy without quickly coming to the conclusion it’s the same or a facet of the White House’s China policy.

Congo-Kinshasa: Campaigning Violently Suppressed

Kinshasa — Government security forces across the Democratic Republic of Congo have forcibly dispersed opposition campaign rallies ahead of the December 23, 2018 national elections.

Africa: Women's Resistance, Inequality Marks 2018

United Nations — Despite the rise in women's resistance, women's rights continue to be sidelined and increasingly face blatant attacks, Amnesty International said.

South Africa: Why South African Community's Win Against Mining Company Matters

The case was brought by the community of rural UMgungundlovu, a small cluster of villages that fall under the Amadiba traditional authority on the largely undeveloped coast of the Eastern Cape Province. The place is also known as Xolobeni.

Africa: Medium-Scale Farms Are On the Rise in Africa. Why This Is Good News

Driven by population growth and growing land scarcity, most African farm households are witnessing the gradual sub-division of their land. Over time farms are getting smaller and smaller.

Nigeria: How Nigerian Govt's Failures Fuel Farmers, Herders Conflict Causing Nearly 4,000 Deaths - Amnesty International

press release The Nigerian authorities' failure to investigate communal clashes and bring perpetrators to justice has fuelled a bloody escalation in the conflict between farmers and herders across the country, resulting in at least 3,641 deaths in the past three years and the displacement of thousan

Poll Shows What Crucial Iowa Voters Think About Likely Black Candidates For President

A new poll of Iowa Democrats released on Saturday revealed how they viewed the chances of two potential African-American candidates to beat President Donald Trump in the 2020 presidential election.

Kenya: Tough Balancing Act for Kenya As China and U.S. Battle for Its Heart

The United States has once again renewed its war with China as it seeks to tame its influence in Africa, particularly in Kenya, which has enjoyed a lot of financial support from the Asian nation.

Africa: U.S., China Plus Russia in Africa - Will It Mean a 'Best Deal' for Africans?

The US has a new strategy for Africa to counter China and Russia. Rather than roll their eyes at the new scramble for the continent, Africans should see it as a chance to get the best deal for themselves, analysts say.

Florida Just Made It Even Harder To Prosecute Cops Who Shoot Unarmed Black People

Florida’s “Stand Your Ground” law is what has allowed many people to literally get away with murder, as we saw in 2012 when George Zimmerman killed Trayvon Martin, an unarmed teenager whose only crime was having brown skin.

Black District Attorney Removed From E.J. Bradford Investigation Because Of A Facebook Photo

There have been many questions regarding how the investigation into the shooting of Emantic “E.J.” Bradford is being handled. Now there is another incident that is raising concerns: the Black district attorney was removed from the case.

Did a slave make your sneakers? The answer is: probably

We often talk about slavery as if it was a thing of the past–a horror from another era, perpetrated by people who have no resemblance to us. But the truth is that slave labor is still alive and well.

What Cyntoia Brown And Trump Plea Deals Tell Us About Mass Incarceration

Cyntoia Brown is a victim. On Nov. 7th, 2004, she was solicited for sex by a 43-year-old man. Brown, a black girl who had fallen victim to sex trafficking at the hands of a pimp named “Cut Throat,” claims the man became violent and threatened her with his guns.

FBI Confirms Gillum Is Not Corrupt And That DeSantis Lied

The cloud of corruption finally lifted from Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum with the release on Wednesday of an FBI report on its probe of city officials.

People in Africa’s largest economies oppose more migration into their countries

Anti-immigrant rhetoric stemming from far-right movements and politicians in the US and Europe has grown increasingly vocal in recent years. But, as it turns out, a majority of people in some of Africa’s largest economies do not want more immigrants either.

Ayanna Pressley Calls Out Democrats For Not Supporting Black Women Candidates

Massachusetts Representative-elect Ayanna Pressley remained true to the message she shared with NewsOne before winning her primary race for Congress: The Democratic Party is at a crossroads and must support Black female candidates to succeed in the future.

Q&A: The Global Compact that Respects Human Rights During all Stages of Migration

IPS Correspondent Youssef Lakhder spoke to YOUNOUS ARBAOUI, advocacy and coordination officer at the National Migrant Protection Platform (PNPM) Amid the hustle and bustle of the two-day Global Compact for Migration, IPS spoke to Younous Arbaoui, advocacy and coordination officer at the National Mi

Africa: Trump Administration to Deliver Long-Awaited Africa Policy on December 13

Cape Town — President Donald Trump will deliver his administration's long-awaited Africa Policy tomorrow.

Political Commitment Key to Health for All

- One of my proudest accomplishments as the former UN secretary-general was playing a part in the ambitious global agenda for sustainable development (SDGs), including the goal of universal health coverage (UHC) by 2030. Kenya’s leadership was key.

Kenya to Be Named 'Anchor' of Trump's Africa Policy

Kenya will reportedly be named an "anchor" country when the Trump administration unveils its Africa policy on Thursday.

Black Gun Owners On Racial Profiling and Emantic Bradford Jr.

Neither the National Rifle Association’s (NRA) attack ads against Black activists nor its silence on police killings of Black gun owners pushed the Reverend Kenn Blanchard or Ainsley Reynolds to leave the organization.

A China-US battle for influence in Africa will see a rise in infrastructure financing

The infrastructure shortage in most of sub-Saharan Africa needs a major financing solution but given fiscal constraints and other financial limitations it isn’t likely to come from African governments anytime soon.

After Ruining HUD, Ben Carson Sets His Sights On Destroying The New York City Housing Authority

Ben Carson has made it his mission to be one of the worst secretaries of the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) in American history.

Africa's Debt Crisis - Who Is to Blame?

Mozambique's population knows what a debt crisis feels like. Teachers aren't getting paid; schools can't provide furniture for the students. "In our hospitals the doctors tell the patients: You came here for nothing.

What Trump’s Attorney General Pick William Barr Means For Black America, In His Own Words

UPDATED: 2:29 p.m. EDT — he president’s announcement that he would nominate William Barr to be the next attorney general was a nod to both the past and future.

What’s the best way to define Africa’s middle class?

The “Africa Rising” narrative has been hinged on the continent’s middle class—but the methods used to defined the size of that population has been inconsistent to say the least.

Africa: Opinion - How George H.W. Bush's Failed Somalia Intervention Shaped US-Africa Ties

As the US bids farewell to former US President George H.W. Bush, in Africa he is remembered most for his failed bid to stabilize Somalia, write DW's Isaac Mugabi.

With Brian Kemp Gone, Georgia Holds Runoff Elections Without Widespread Voter Suppression

The voter suppression outcries heard during Stacey Abram’s historic run to become the nation’s first Black woman governor all but disappeared in Georgia’s runoff election—now that Brian Kemp is no longer in charge of the state’s voting process.

Marc Lamont Hill Apologizes For Comments About Israel-Palestine Conflict

Activist and author Marc Lamont Hill has been in a media firestorm after days of backlash due to his comments about the Israel-Palestine conflict. CNN fired him and the chairman of Temple University’s board, Patrick O’Connor, called his comments hate speech. Now, Hill is issuing an apology.

With a dozen elections in 2019, African democracy will face some of its biggest tests

More than a dozen national elections will be held across Africa next year. All 55 members of the African Union (AU) are obligated to hold regular and ostensibly democratic elections. They must also invite teams of AU election observers to publicly monitor, assess and report the results.

Brenda Snipes Refuses To Go Away Quietly After Florida’s Governor Threatens Her Pension

Brenda Snipes, the Broward County, Florida supervisor of elections, pushed back against GOP Gov. Rick Scott’s suspension that threatens her pension. Snipes rescinded her resignation letter on Saturday, which was to take effect on Jan. 4.

Africa: Taking Africa's Democratic Temperature As a Dozen Countries Prepare for Polls

Viola Davis Stars As Shirley Chisholm in New Movie

Deadline reported yesterday (November 29) that Viola Davis will produce and star in “The Fighting Shirley Chisholm.

The return of Benin’s looted bronzes is about restoring a century’s worth of heritage—and pride

More than a century after they were looted, the decades-old campaign for European museums to return African art—particularly Benin bronzes—is finally looking like a real possibility.

Sen. Tim Scott Suddenly Realizes He’s Black And Will Oppose A Racist Judge

The U.S. Senate’s only Black Republican, Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina, finally woke up to the fact that supporting President Trump’s racist judicial nominee is a bad idea.

VIDEO: Seeking Ways to Include Women in the Blue Economy

- Women make up about half of the over 120 million people whose livelihood depend on the blue economy. But women play only a marginal role in the blue economy with most of them earning subsistence income.

Mississippi Is As American As Any Other State

I‘ve heard some iteration of “you from Mississippi? Word? Damn, that sounds rough” every few days since I moved from the state to go to college.

Malawi: Chilima Says Malawi Needs Economic Liberation - Ends North Tour With Bumper Crowds

State Vice-President Saulos Chilima says Malawi needs urgent economic liberation, bemoaning the poor state of water transport system and tourism along the Lake Malawi.

Mike Espy Loses To A Raging Racist As Mississippi Votes For White Supremacy Over Progress

Democrat Mike Espy lost the Mississippi Senate runoff election to Cindy Hyde-Smith Tuesday night. But in reality, racism won as the state’s citizens cast ballots for a woman who has made no secret of her affinity for white supremacy.

Puerto Rican Homeowners Suffer As FEMA Pays Exorbitant Prices for Home Repairs

More than 100,000 homeowners in Puerto Rico may be victims of a widespread corruption scheme involving a government-run program to fix their properties, according to an investigative report from The New York Times.

Africa: Focus On Africa - Kingsley Moghalu's Presidential Bid to End 'Oil Curse'

The rising star of Nigerian politics, Kingsley Moghalu, vows to end the "oil curse" with his 2019 presidential bid while Sierra Leone's new Unity Party engages in a daring battle for women's rights.

Rev. Barber: MS Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith Jokes About Hangings, But Her Policies Will Strangle the Poor

AMY GOODMAN: This is Democracy Now!, democracynow.org, The War and Peace Report. I’m Amy Goodman. President Trump is heading to Mississippi today, one day before voters head to the polls for Mississippi’s hotly contested runoff Senate election.

Africa: Is Africa's Democracy Dying?

With presidents changing constitutions to stay in power and political opponents ending up behind bars, there's a popular belief that democracy in Africa is dying. But experts say there's actually a lot of good news. From an outsider's perspective, the heydays of African democracy are long gone.

Eritrea: Now the Onus Is On Eritrea to Reform

This month's United Nations Security Council decision to lift sanctions on Eritrea is the clearest signal yet of the international community's confidence in regional peacemaking efforts in the conflict-prone Horn of Africa.

Barry Jenkins to Hollywood: Adapt More Black Literature

Filmmaker Barry Jenkins’ upcoming adaptation of James Baldwin’s 1974 novel, “If Beale Street Could Talk,” is the first English-language big screen version of the late author’s work.

The distraction of fake news and WhatsApp for the African media business

The last decade has been a trying time in journalism. Media organizations large and small around the world have faced the existential threat of a shifting business model as traditional models were upended by digital distribution. African media houses face many of the same challenges.

Africa: 'The African Free Trade Area Could Be a Reality by March Next Year'

The agreement on the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) has the potential of boosting intra-African trade and supporting Africa's economic development. Yet some are still sceptical about its implementation.

Europe needs to do more than just return Africa’s looted art treasures

European museums are under mounting pressure to return the irreplaceable artefacts plundered during colonial times. As an archaeologist who works in Africa, this debate has a very real impact on my research.

Africa: Russians Look for Media Presence in Africa

Acknowledging undoubtedly that Africa has become a new world center for global development, Russian legislators at the State Duma (the lower chamber) have advocated for a greater media representation to facilitate collecting important information to support business and economic cooperation with Afr

How to understand DR Congo’s complex, and very likely flawed, election

It’s no easy task to hold an election in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Just ask the country’s electoral commission, which started 2017 by publicly announcing that the general election, planned for December 2018 might actually only be held as late as April 2019.

One of the first two Muslim women in US Congress is already battling a fake news campaign

Since her historic win on Nov.

Africans are being exposed to “fake news” at a higher rate than Americans

Concerns about “fake news” have dominated discussions about the relationship between the media and politics in the developed world in recent years.

What do African strongmen do after they get kicked out of office?

A mix of weak institutions, power-hungry leaders, elites kept happy through government patronage and a stifled press have helped several leaders across the continent stay in power much longer than they were supposed to. But the last few years have been particularly tough for some African strongman.

France will have to change its laws to return its looted African art

France is set to make good on president Emmanuel Macron’s promise to return Africa’s stolen art and artifacts. This week, a report will be released that outlines exactly why and how thousands of priceless objects should be returned to Africa. An early look at the report, due on Friday (Nov.

#BlackoutBlackFriday Returns to Uplift Economic Resistance and Black Art

Blackout for Human Rights launched #BlackoutBlackFriday five years ago to replace Black Friday’s unapologetic consumerism with a celebration of Black art and a boycott of retailers. The campaign returns this Friday (November 23).

Federal Judge Overturns Mississippi Law That Banned Abortion After 15 Weeks

The Jackson Women’s Health Organization, the state’s only abortion clinic, filed a complaint with the United States District Court for Mississippi’s Southern District within an hour of the governor signing the bill.

Shopping While Black: Boycotts Pop Up Ahead Of Holiday Shopping Season

As the holiday shopping season gets underway this weekend, several calls for boycotts have been called for against retailers accused of various racially discriminatory practices. See Also: This Too?! Police Called On Black Family For Trying On Clothes In A Store

With Ghana's support, Israel wins new friend in Africa

On a recent visit to Israel, Ghana's foreign minister confirmed that her government would be assisting Israel to gain observer status at the African Union (AU). Accra becomes the latest African nation to publicly back Israel for a spot at the continental body.

Never Forget: When Black Folks Armed Themselves The NRA And Republicans Suddenly Supported Gun Control

Every week there is a new shooting, from Mercy Hospital in Chicago to Thousands Oaks, California to a Jewish synagogue. Many people are asking, what will it take to get sensible gun control? For that answer, you can look to the past — arming Black people.

New Report: Black Voters Once Again Saved The Country In The Midterm Elections

While Stacey Abrams and Andrew Gillum may have lost their races for governor due to voter suppression and blatant racism, the midterm elections was still a success for Democrats.

Stacey Abrams Is Not Done With Brian Kemp And His Jim Crow Tactics

Stacey Abrams may have acknowledged that Brian Kemp won the election for governor of Georgia, but she is not giving up on fighting for every vote to be counted. Several lawsuits have been filed against Kemp, and now Abrams is reportedly filing another one.

Trump Administration's Contraception Proposal Hijacks Program for Women in Poverty

The government wants women whose employers object to paying for contraception on religious grounds to rely on a program aimed at keeping lower-incoming earning women healthy.

Africa's 'First Peoples' Are Gaining Ground

analysis The past 20 years have seen a complete transformation of the political and legal landscape for Africa's indigenous people The term "indigenous people", and the identification of particular groups in these terms, evokes strong emotions, outright hostility even, among many Africans, or at le

Zimbabwe: New Law Okays Seizure of Ill-Gotten Wealth

President Mnangagwa on Friday last week gazetted the Presidential Powers (Temporary Measures) (Amendment of the Money Laundering and Proceeds of Crime Act and Exchange Control Act) Regulations, 2018 which empowers Government to seize assets of people who fail to disclose the source their wealth.

Tanzania: Finland Says Won't Withhold Its Funds Over Homophobia

Dar es Salaam — Finland, a European Union member, will not withhold aid to Tanzania over recent homophobic comments by some politicians, Finish media reported yesterday.

Governor Calls For County Commissioner’s Resignation Days After Outcry Over ‘Master Race’ Remark

Kansas Governor Jeff Colyer on Saturday jumped on the bandwagon of voices calling for the removal of a white county commissioner who told a Black woman on Tuesday that he’s part of the “master race.

GOP Adviser Rips Into Brian Kemp For Stealing The Georgia Election: ‘He Cheated & Undermined Democracy’

Stacey Abrams losing the race Georgia race for governor doesn’t just have Democrats outraged, even Republicans are speaking out against Brian Kemp‘s clear corruption. Jason Weaver is a Texas native who was a political strategist for former president George H.W.

Andrew Gillum Lost Florida Election Because Of Racism, Democrats Say

The role of racism factored heavily in the Florida gubernatorial election, but not exactly how you might think it did, supporters of Andrew Gillum recently told the Tampa Bay Times.

Newly Elected DA Criticizes Faith Johnson’s Handling Of The Botham Jean Case

Faith Johnson, a Black, Republican woman who lost her reelection bid for Dallas district attorney by a landslide, has been slammed for her handling of the Botham Shem Jean case. Now the newly elected DA , retired judge and Black Democrat John Creuzot, is reflecting on her work on the case.

Wake-Up Call To Democrats: ‘Black Women Get Things Done’

A progressive organization wants to send a message to the Democratic Party and other liberal groups in the wake of last week’s midterm election victories: Place Black women in leadership positions.

South Africa: 10 Questions About Expropriation Without Compensation Answered

On Thursday the Joint Constitutional Review Committee adopted a recommendation that the Constitution should be amended to allow for expropriation without compensation. News24 tries to answer some questions which might arise from this development.

Tanzania: World Bank, Denmark Act Against Tanzania Over Discrimination of Girls and Gays

Discrimination of gays, young mothers and journalists is on the rise in Tanzania. Suspending the flow of money from abroad is one reaction but will this persuade President Magufuli to change his course?

Black Politicians Are Trying To Save The Democratic Party From Itself

While Democrats made some noteworthy strides in last week’s midterm elections, the consensus seemed to be that the party has been going down the wrong path of politics as of late.

Report: Public Housing Is A Complete Disaster Under The Deplorable Ben Carson

Detroit has another reason to remove Ben Carson‘s name from one of its public schools. A new report found that public housing’s safety and health under the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HJUD) have dangerously declined under the deplorable leadership of Carson.

If consumers boycott palm oil products it could lead to more deforestation

Palm oil can be found in food and cosmetics everywhere: in fact, half of the world’s population uses palm oil in food.

Kenya Looks to Lead the Way in Developing the Blue Economy’s Potential

Ambassador Macharia Kamau is Principal Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Government of Kenya, also the coordinating Ministry of the Sustainable Blue Economy Conference, 2018.

Cameroon: Renewed Anglophone Fighting Displaces Hundreds of Civilians

Cameroon’s restive English-speaking regions are emptying out after renewed military raids on separatist strongholds left at least 30 people dead in two days.

Africa: DR Congo's Opposition Unites(!)... for Like a Minute

Congo's opposition had a unified presidential candidate... for a few hours. After three days of negotiations in Geneva, an opposition coalition announced this week it had selected Martin Fayulu as their single candidate.

Africa: Diamonds Are Not Necessarily Forever

The participants in the Kimberley Process, including 19 African governments, are meeting this week in Brussels to review the successes and failures of its first 15 years of operation and, many hope, adapt it to the demands of a changing environment.

Africa Doesn't Need Lessons in Democracy

If what's happening in Florida's mid-term elections had happened in Africa, the condemnation would have been swift. It's time to reverse this, says Chrispin Mwakideu.

State Sen. Nikema Williams Says She Was ‘Singled Out’ For Arrest During Georgia Protest To Count Every Vote

Stacey Abrams is advocating for voter justice and thankfully she has people on her side like State Sen. Nikema Williams. Yesterday, Williams was arrested at the State Capitol for standing with constituents while asking for every vote to be counted.

Federal Judge Rules Georgia Election Cannot Be Certified Until Provisional Ballots Are Counted

Stacey Abrams had a moment of voter justice. A federal judge ruled the Georgia governor race will not be officially certified until every provisional vote is counted.

Black Man Paralyzed In Police Shooting Enters Political Arena

Less than a week after the 2018 midterm elections, a Black man who was paralyzed in a 2012 police shooting wants to campaign for office in 2019.

Florida Gov. Rick Scott Files Lawsuit To Block Votes From Being Counted

Florida Gov. Rick Scott is so shook by the possibility of every vote being counted in Florida he filed lawsuits on Sunday “calling for voting machines to be impounded in two Democratic-leaning counties, after accusing his opponents of voter fraud,” according to Vice.com.

Stacey Abrams Campaign Files Federal Lawsuit For Every Vote To Be Counted

Stacey Abrams is still fighting for every vote in Georgia to be counted, while Brian Kemp‘s campaign is claiming he won the governor race. However, the Associated Press, NBC and CNN did not call the race. Therefore, Abrams filed a new lawsuit on Sunday.

Black Republican DA Who Was Voted Out Wants To Stay On The Botham Jean Case

District Attorney Faith Johnson, who is a Black, Republican woman, has been widely criticized for her handling of the Botham Shem Jean case. Even though she was voted out by a landslide, losing to retired judge John Creuzot, she is bizarrely asking to stay on the Jean case.

Africa: What Is the US Up to in Africa?

DW's Asumpta Lattus spoke to Brian T. Neubert, the director of the US State Department's Johannesburg-based Africa Regional Media Hub about the state of US-Africa relations. DW: Do you have a hard time selling US policy on Africa?

Problems With Broward County Ballots Could Bode Well For Gillum

The problematic design of Broward County’s ballots could have given prominence to the Florida gubernatorial race in which Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum could become the state’s first Black governor.

Newly Elected Dallas DA Says The ‘Appropriate Charge’ For Amber Guyger Is Murder

On September 6, 30-year-old police officer Amber Guyger killed 26-year-old Botham Shem Jean in his own home. She was charged with manslaughter and there has been outrage over how District Attorney Faith Johnson, who is a Black, Republican woman, handled the case.

Black America ‘Did The Thing’ With High Voter Turnout On Election Day

Sprinkled among the millions of people in Georgia who were forced to wait as long as four hours just to cast their ballots were devoted African-American voters, many of whom couldn’t afford to take off that much time from work.

Bring It Home! Florida Governor’s Race Reportedly Headed For A Recount

Andrew Gillum at first appeared to have lost Florida’s race for governor to Ron DeSantis. But now, for the first time ever in a Florida governor race, there will be a recount. “Mr. DeSantis’s victory margin has since shrunk to 0.

Colorado Votes To Abolish Slavery, 2 Years After Similar Amendment Failed

Colorado voters have approved an amendment to their state's constitution that completely abolishes slavery — by stripping out language that still exists in the 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which bans slavery and servitude "except as a punishment."

Five Georgia Voters File Emergency Lawsuit Against Brian Kemp

Stacey Abrams is fighting for votes in Georgia while the campaign for Brian Kemp is claiming he is the winner. Reportedly, there are several counties whose votes have not been counted in Georgia.

It’s Official! The Mother Of The Late Jordan Davis, Lucy McBath, Headed To Congress

While Stacey Abrams is fighting for votes in Georgia, there is some good news in The Peach State. Although Lucia “Lucy” McBath declared victory over incumbent Republican Rep. Karen Handel on Wednesday, Handel refused to concede. However, it is now official that McBath is the victor.

This Eritrean-American is now Colorado’s first black Congressman

The story of Joe Neguse’s family begins in war-torn Eritrea. On Tuesday night, it came of age in the US state of Colorado. The 34-year-old Democrat made history in the Nov. 6 midterm elections by becoming the first black congressman to be elected in the western state of Colorado.

Voter Suppression: Did it Work?

Reports of widespread voter suppression and corruption were rampant during this year’s midterm elections, and it looks like Republicans were somewhat rewarded for their misdeeds.

Victory! 19 Black Women Made History In Texas

While Democrats did not get the blue wave they hoped for during yesterday’s midterm elections, there were some major wins such as regaining control of the House of Representatives.

An Andrew Gillum Recount Could Be In The Works

Andrew Gillum’s historic race for Florida governor may not be over. After conceding defeat on Tuesday night, there’s news of a possible recount.

“Love Prevails”: Floridians Celebrate Massive Restoration of Voting Rights to People with Felonies

At least 1.4 million people have regained the right to vote in Florida, following the passage of Amendment 4, a statewide initiative to re-enfranchise people with felony convictions who have completed their sentences, excluding people convicted of murder or sex offenses.

Slavery can no longer be used as punishment for a crime in Colorado after Amendment A passes

Voters have decided to remove the slavery exception from the Colorado Constitution with the passage of Amendment A. That means slavery and involuntary servitude can no longer be used as possible punishments for crimes in the state. The approval comes two years after a similar measure failed.

Florida’s Amendment 4 Would Restore Voting Rights to 1.4 Million People with Nonviolent Felonies

AMY GOODMAN: We finally turn to Florida, where voters are preparing to vote on Amendment 4, a measure that would restore voting rights to 1.4 million people with nonviolent felonies who have completed their sentences or never served time in jail.

Women of Color Hope to Make History in 2018 Election with Wins in Congress and Governor’s Races

A historic number of women of color are running for public office in today’s election. At least 255 women are on the ballot as congressional candidates, including a record number of women of color.

36 Million in U.S. Cast Early Votes, Shattering Records for Young People & People of Color

Millions of voters head to the polls today for a midterm election that’s widely seen as a referendum on Donald Trump’s presidency, with both houses of Congress and 36 governor’s races in the balance.

Ayanna Pressley Becomes First Black Woman To Represent Massachusetts In Congress

Ayanna Pressley on Tuesday night officially became the first Black women to represent Massachusetts in Congress after officials confirmed her inevitable victory.

Trump’s existential threat has fueled the rise of Minnesota’s Somali political class

Mohamud Noor understands why every single vote matters—and more so now than ever. Among the first Somali-Americans to ever compete for office in Minnesota in 2010, Noor ran for seats on the Minneapolis school board, city council, and state house—and lost all, sometimes very narrowly.

Coincidence? Black People In Georgia Typically Get The Oldest Voting Machines, Increasing Chances Of Error

An often overlooked way that suppression of Black votes occurs has been through the use of ancient, error-prone paperless voting machines. Many of these ATM-style pieces of aging equipment have been around for nearly two decades and were riddled with known problems.

Africa: Women and Children the Big Losers When Governance is Measured

The Mo Ibrahim Foundation has released 2018's Ibrahim Index of African Governance (IIAG). It is the foundation's 12th annual edition since it was launched in 2007. This index shows that governance in Africa, on average, is slowly improving.

Republicans Reportedly Gave A Black Woman $150,000 After She Faked Being A Trump Supporter

We all know many Trump supporters like Candace Owens and Omarosa Managult Newman are or were just in it for the money. It’s clear they were insincere con artists so one young woman decided to follow their lead and get some coins in her pocket.

Africa: Political Unrest Drives Moroccans to Join Africa Exodus

Moroccans are increasingly joining other Africans in the dangerous sea crossing to Spain, driven by what they see as deteriorating social conditions and a crackdown on political dissent.

Kenya: Ruto Ambitions Face Hurdle As Bensouda Comes Calling, Again

Deputy President William Ruto's State House ambitions may face more hurdles should the ghosts of the 2007/8 post-election violence return to haunt him.

Brian Kemp’s Latest Move Shows His ‘Desperation,’ Stacey Abrams Says

Georgia’s Democratic nominee for governor Stacey Abrams dismissed her GOP rival Brian Kemp’s latest maneuver as a “desperate” attempt to distract voters.

Stacey Abrams’ Unapologetically Black Journey To The Doorstep Of History

Stacey Abrams’ unlikely journey toward the pinnacle of Georgia politics involved foresight and political daring. And all along the way, she remained unapologetically Black.

Mayor Andrew Gillum Temporarily Suspends Campaign After Shooting In Tallahassee

Andrew Gillum is set to make history as the first Black man to be governor of Florida on Nov. 6. However, due to a tragedy in Tallahassee, where he is mayor, he is temporarily suspending campaign activity, according to the New York Daily News.

US midterms: How widespread is voter suppression?

With less than a week until midterm elections, civil rights groups and voting advocacy organisations in several US states have sounded the alarm on what they call voter suppression.

WATCH: New Doc Shows How Gerrymandering Suppresses Black Votes in North Carolina

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Courts’ Crucial Rulings Against Voter Suppression Come Just Ahead Of The Midterm Elections

Voting rights advocates were dealt several huge victories on Friday when courts rejected blatant attempts at suppressing mostly people of color from being able to cast ballots on Election Day.

Security Guard’s Reason For Killing HBCU Student Leaves More Questions Than Answers

Details were coming out about the security guard who fatally shot North Carolina Central University student DeAndre Ballard. Sadly, it’s the same narrative we have heard from countless other shootings — the guard said he feared for his life.

The Power Of The Black Vote And How To Make Each One Count

Black folks have legitimate concerns about whether their votes will count—given the seemingly nonstop last-ditch electoral shenanigans ahead of Election Day.

Trump’s Racist Ad Aims For The Willie Horton Effect, Explained

History was repeating itself with the release of President Donald Trump’s new dog-whistling political ad days before the crucial Midterm elections. It was reminiscent of the Republicans’ infamous Willie Horton spot that exploited white fear of Black men ahead of the 1988 presidential election.

Vote Suppressor Brian Kemp Runs Away From Second Debate Against Stacey Abrams

Georgia Secretary of State Brian Kemp backed out of the eagerly anticipated second debate against Stacey Abrams, the latest move that shows his fear of losing the Georgia gubernatorial race.

Letter from the James and Grace Lee Boggs Center

We welcome you to Detroit at a moment of great dangers and great possibilities.

The global systems which enable major scale corruption in Africa can’t be fixed in Africa

Daniela Lepiz looks frustrated. She’s in Copenhagen, at the International Anti Corruption Conference, on a panel titled “What Will It Take to Win The Fight Against Corruption in Africa?”

Your Halloween Candy’s Hidden Ingredient: Child Slave Labor

If you’re buying last-minute Halloween candy, you might want to know about a recent ruling by the US Court of Appeals Ninth Circuit in a long-running lawsuit against Nestlé and agribusiness giant Cargill that alleges the companies aided and abetted child slavery on cocoa farms in the Ivory Coast.

Is the United Nations in Kenya Fit For Purpose?

- The United Nations globally is witnessing some of the most ambitious reforms led by the UN Secretary General Mr. Antonio Guterres. Most relevant to us in Kenya is the entire reform of the development system and how the UN will adapt to a fast-changing development environment.

Africa: Bolsonaro's Victory Is Likely to See Brazil Scale Down Africa Interests

His first son is a senator for the state of Rio do Janeiro. His second son a municipal councillor in the city of Rio, and his third is a federal deputy for the state of São Paulo. And he himself has served seven terms as deputy and as member of several political parties.

HBCU President Testifies In Harvard University’s Affirmative Action Case

Prairie View A&M University President Ruth Simmons took the stand Tuesday on behalf of Harvard University in a trial over admissions policies that could impact college affirmative action programs across the nation.

Gillum Claps Back At Trump With HBCU Pride

Florida’s Democratic nominee for governor Andrew Gillum returned fire at President Donald Trump one day after the divider in chief insulted Gillum’s HBCU (historically Black colleges and universities) education in a tweet on Monday.

Expect The GOP To Go Into Overdrive Suppressing The Black Vote Ahead Of Election Day

Republicans, increasingly worried about losing control of Congress, could rev up their ongoing voter suppression efforts in the final days before the 2018 midterm elections.

How A Healing Retreat for Feminist Activists Can Advance Movement Building

Earlier this year, a video went viral on Ghanaian Twitter of six teen boys raping a young girl. Despite her resistance, these boys held her down and took turns. What haunted me most was their laughter. Being a feminist activist means confronting this kind of raw ugliness on a daily basis.

Brazil’s New Racist President Has Anti-Black Agenda

Far-right candidate Jair Bolsonaro, who was once on trial for racism, won Brazil’s presidency on Sunday, clearing the way for him to pursue his unabashedly racist agenda. Bolsonaro won 55.2 percent of the vote over his progressive opponent Fernando Haddad.

Women’s Climate Leadership More Vital Than Ever In Light Of Climate Change Report

Osprey Orielle Lake is the founder and executive director of the Women's Earth and Climate Action Network (WECAN) International and co-chair of International Advocacy for the Global Alliance for the Rights of Nature.

Africa: Women's Voices Must Be Heard, Their Needs Prioritized - Sahle-Work Zewde

Addis Ababa — We are honored to join you today in celebrating the UN Security Council’s landmark resolution 1325 on women, peace and security, along with efforts undertaken since the resolution was adopted eighteen years ago.

Mail Bomber Targeted Andrew Gillum In Governor Race Against Opponent Who Blew Racist Dog Whistle

The racist dog whistle that was blown by the GOP’s nominee for Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, against his opponent Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum, apparently caught the attention of the alleged mail bomber Cesar Sayoc.

Sudan: West Darfur Women Protest 'Men-Only Cabinet' in the State

El Geneina — The lack of representation of women in the new government of West Darfur has led to large-scale protests by women leaders in the state. On Tuesday, the Governor of West Darfur, Hussein Yasin, announced his new cabinet, consisting of five ministries, all headed by men.

Rihanna And Colin Kaepernick To Reportedly Team Up For Social Justice Project

Several celebrities have shown their solidarity with football player Colin Kaepernick as he fights to spread awareness about social injustice.

How the US will transform its investment role in Africa with a new $60 billion agency

Business between the US and Africa just took a step forward. Easy to miss amidst the partisan din of the approaching election, the US Senate passed the Better Utilization of Investments Leading to Development (BUILD) Act, and it was signed into law Oct. 5.

Deputy Who Killed Unarmed Black Man: ‘It Has Been A Very Disruptive Thing In My Life’

In 2015, 43-year-old Eric Harris, who was unarmed, was fatally shot by Tulsa County Reserve Deputy Robert Bates in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Africa: EU Turns Attention to Morocco in Bid to Slow African Migrant Flow

As migration patterns from Africa into Europe shift westward, European leaders are turning their attention, and their money, toward efforts to stem the fast-growing human traffic between Morocco and Spain.

Cameroon: Homes, Villages Burned as Cameroon Targets Separatists

Some of the thousands of people who fled the volatile English-speaking regions of Cameroon before the Oct. 7 presidential election have returned nome to find that their houses and villages have been burned to the ground.

Jair Bolsonaro’s victory is likely to see Brazil slash its many Africa interests

What Every Black Voter Should Know If They Experience Suppression At The Polls

Incidents of voter suppression—much of it targeting African-Americans—have dogged the registration period and now early voting sessions in several states across the nation. Georgia has emerged, arguably, as the epicenter of the Republicans’ effort to suppress the Black vote in 2018.

White Supremacist Who Targeted And Killed 2 Black People In Cold Blood Is Arrested Peacefully

UPDATED: 7:49 p.m. EDT — It would appear that Kentucky law enforcement was going out of its way to protect a white man accused of shooting two Black people to death on Wednesday.

Detroit City Official Wants To Force Relocation By Shutting Off People's Water

Detroit has a population of about 670,000 people, down from 2 million in the 1950s. The majority-Black city is 139-square miles, of which 24 square-miles are vacant land. Now, the cash-strapped city must contend with how—or if—to provide services to the entire municipality.

Africa: 'We Were Never Meant to Struggle' - Samia Nkrumah Speaks on Why Africa Needs to Unite

interview Rhodes, Greece — In an exclusive interview, Crystal Orderson, for allAfrica, sat down with Samia Nkrumah - Ghanaian activist and daughter of the country's first president, Dr Kwame Nkrumah - to talk about the new scramble for Africa, and how many countries are again knocking on the door

African Union Makes Moves to Neutralise Africa’s Main Human Rights Body

David Kode is the Advocacy and Campaigns lead with global civil society alliance, CIVICUS. - For many African activists based on the continent, getting to a major human rights summit just underway in The Gambia is likely to have been a challenging exercise.

Liberia: Pres. Weah Declares Free Tuition At UL, Tubman U.

Students of the University of Liberia (UL) and the Tubman University (TU) in Maryland County have all reasons to smile as President George Weah yesterday declared both public universities in the country tuition-free.

Angola's Path to Justice - Prosecuting the Guilty and Recovering the Stolen Billions

The dramatic recent arrests of high-ranking figures linked to former Angolan President José Eduardo dos Santos has gripped the public. Yet little or nothing has been revealed about the struggle to recover the billions of dollars stolen from the public purse during Dos Santos's corrupt regime.

How the apartheid regime burnt books in their tens of thousands

On the advice of the State Librarian one fine day in the 1970s, a truck transported thousands of books and magazines from Pretoria’s Central Police Station to a dark hall at the Iscor state steel company, just outside the South African capital.

Ethiopia: News Alert - Ambassador Sahlework Zewde to Become Ethiopia's President

Addis Abeba — Sources close to the government confirmed to Addis Standard late this afternoon news that Ambassador Sahlework Zewde, a prominent Ethiopian diplomat with years of experience with the UN, will be replacing the outgoing president, Dr.

President Mulatu Teshome Resigns

Ethiopia's President, Mulatu Teshome yesterday filed resignation request to the Ethiopian Parliament, State news agency ENA reported.

Nigeria: UN Begins Return to Nigerian Headquarters Eight Years After Bombing

The UN family in Nigeria says it has begun partial movement to the UN House, Abuja, eight years after the August 26, 2011 bombing by the Boko Haram insurgents. UN Resident Coordinator, Edward Kallon, disclosed this at the celebration of the 73rd UN Day on Wednesday in Abuja.

MacArthur Foundation Commits $148 Million to Criminal Justice Reform

The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation is ramping up its commitment to criminal justice reform.

Man Gets Light Sentence For Hate Crime After Threatening Black Neighbors With Noose

A man indicted for threatening his Black neighbors with a noose in Texas will spend time in prison, a judge said Wednesday. However, he received a lenient sentence for the federal hate crime. Glenn Eugene Halfin, 64, of Grapevine, will serve a one-year sentence.

Barbados Looks Beyond its Traditional Sugar and Banana Industries into the Deep Blue

- Allan Bradshaw grew up close to the beach and always knew he wanted to become a fisherman. Now 43 years old, he has been living his childhood dream for 25 years.

China’s search for sand is destroying Mozambique’s pristine beaches

As a commodity, sand has historically been ignored underfoot, but as the world realized that it was not in fact an infinite resource the same rush that has characterized unethical mining practices is now threatening the world’s most treasured sand deposits: pristine beaches.

Stacey Abrams Stands By Burning the Racist, Segregationist Georgia State Flag in 1992

During Tuesday’s debate, Georgia Democratic gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams defended her actions in 1992 when she helped burn the Georgia state flag, which at the time contained a prominent Confederate battle flag. In a victory for civil rights advocates, the flag was later changed.

Greg Palast Sues Georgia’s Brian Kemp for Purging 340,000 from Voter Rolls Ahead of Election

A new investigation has found Georgia secretary of state and Republican gubernatorial candidate Brian Kemp has overseen the removal of more than 340,000 current Georgia residents from voting rolls.

Stacey Abrams Slams Brian Kemp on Suppressing Vote as He Worries Too Many Georgians Will Vote

With the midterm elections less than two weeks away, we look at the governor’s race in Georgia, where Democrat Stacey Abrams is attempting to become the first black woman governor in the country.

Somalia's Zero-Sum Politics Will See No Winners

The announcement by Somalia's Federal Member States in September that they've suspended cooperation with the Federal Government of Somalia has thrown the country into internal crisis.

Lesotho: Time to Overhaul Lesotho's Colonial-Era Laws

This is a story that begins with a divorce: in 1991 the marriage of Sello Matete and his first wife, 'Malebina Matete, ended. Some 20 years later Matete remarried, this time to Matebello Matete.

Liberia: MTM Situation - 'A Tip of the Iceberg'

Amid the public outburst of anger and indignation over the rape and abuse of over a dozen girls by a staff of the More Than Me (MTM) Academy, along with attempts by its founder, Katie Meyler, to cover-up evidence and protect the culprit, Macintosh Johnson (now deceased), the chair of the SHEROES In

Rwanda: Pan-African MPs Pledge to Support Afcfta Ratification

Members of the Pan-African Parliament (PAP) have backed President Paul Kagame's call for the August House to throw their weight behind the speedy ratification of the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA).

Rich in Agriculture, Madagascar Suffers from Extreme Malnutrition

Hanitranirina Rarison is an agronomist specializing in food sciences in Fanilon’I Madagasikara. She is also a Girl Guide and actively involved in its nutrition advocacy program.

Uganda: Chaos Rocks Kyambogo as Students Protest Fees Increment

Kampala — Tear gas and rubber bullets yesterday rocked Kyambogo University as students protested the increment of tuition fees by the university management.

'Decolonizing Wealth' Addresses Philanthropy's White Supremacy Problem, Offers Solutions

In the United States, seven of the richest grant-making foundations own roughly over $100 billion in assets.

Racial Equity Strategies for Workforce Development

Background: In 2017 Race Forward produced a racial equity readiness assessment tool for workforce development agencies to clarify how racial bias and inequity is operating within their institutions and provide concrete steps for proactive measures to counter those policies and practices.

Folks Are Pushing Back Against Increasing GOP Early Voting Suppression Efforts

With early voting underway in several states, voters have been fighting against a growing list of alleged voter suppression efforts by Republicans.

Madagascar: Children Amongst Thousands Held in Life-Threatening Prison Conditions - New Report

People - including children - who have not been found guilty of any crime are dying in Madagascar's prisons due to appalling conditions, Amnesty International said today, as it released a report highlighting how the Malagasy authorities' excessive use of pre-trial detention is harming the poorest p

Liberia: The Quest for War Crimes Court - Who Are the International Players?

Monrovia — The call for a Liberian war and economic crimes court has reached new heights since President George Weah became head of state. Campaigners see the ex-football superstar as the best person to muster the political will for a court because he has no known connections to the war.

Nigeria: Meet 'Mama Due Process', Obiageli Ezekwesili, Seeking to Be Nigeria's First Female President

Since independence from the British in 1960 Nigeria has never had a female president or vice-president.

Nigeria: Killing of Farmers Threatens Food Security in Northeast Nigeria

Repeated attacks against farmers risk aggravating the food crisis in Northeast Nigeria. Farmers must be protected so they can cultivate their lands and return to their families alive, urged the Norwegian Refugee Council today.

Malawi Govt Orders Halt of Mahatma Ghandi Statue Construction

Government has ordered a halt to the construction of Mahatma Ghandi statue in Blantyre but is not known whether Capital Hill has bowed to increasing pressure from Malawians who feel the statue is irrelevant.

Zimbabwe: Govt Officials Under Fire Over Land Allocations

Government officials from the Department of Lands and Rural Resettlement in Makonde District are under fire for presiding over double allocations of resettlement land. The officials are accused of working in cahoots with community and traditional leaders in the corrupt activities.

Kenya: Richard Quest Speaks On His Sexuality for the First Time On African Soil

Nairobi — CNN's Richard Quest has for the first admitted while in Africa that he is gay. The Quest Means Business presenter, who spoke in Nairobi during an interview on Capital In the Morning, said he is unapologetic about it and advocates for decriminalization of same-sex unions.

Senegal: Is Senegal Ready to Listen to Adolescent Girls?

In October 2017, I traveled to a small village in southern Senegal. I was there to investigate persistent allegations of sexual abuse in secondary schools.

Eritrea: Joint Declaration Between the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia and the Ogaden National Liberation Front

Delegation from the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia (FDRE) and the Ogaden National Liberation Front (ONLF) met on 21 October, 2018 in Asmara, Eritrea. The Ethiopian Government delegation was led by H.E. Workneh Gebeyehu and the ONLF delegation was led by Admiral Mohamed Omar Osman.

Nigeria: Snap Shot Pictures of Poverty in Nigeria Aren't Accurate. Here's the Real Deal

Studies that reflect the movement of poverty levels at a particular point-in-time attract a lot of attention. They also inform academic and policy debates across the globe. In Africa, where poverty levels remain high, these snapshots of poverty levels are a big deal.

Nigeria: Buhari Charges Committee to Address Risks in AFCFTA

President Muhammmadu Buhari Monday charged the Presidential Committee for Impact and Readiness Assessment of the Africa Continental Free Trade Area, to address risks associated with signing the AFCFTA agreement.

Nigeria: Climate Change - Danger Is Looming in Nigeria, Research Group Warns

Awka — A Nigerian health research group, Nigeria Working Group of the Canadian Coalition for Global Health Research (NWG-CCGHR) has said that danger is looming in Nigeria as a result of the devastating effect of climate change.

Clarence Thomas’ Supreme Court Dissent Paves The Way For A ‘Racist’ Census

The Supreme Court’s ruling Monday night that Trump’s commerce secretary doesn’t have to explain under oath his reason for adding what some say is a racist question to the 2020 Census was a major victory for the president.

Africa: Advancing African Solutions to African Problems At the AU

Since its foundation in 2001, the African Union (AU) has established an ambitious interest in preventive diplomacy and conflict management and has had a significant effect on security outcomes across the African continent and beyond.

Reports Show Chicago Schools Just As Segregated As Ever

Apparently, there has not been an overwhelmingly significant change in Chicago public schools as far as desegregation 55 years after one of the largest boycotts in the city’s history. The area’s school system is still segregated along racial lines, according to reports published this year.

Breaking: Officer Who Fatally Shot O’shae Terry Reportedly Identified

The officer who shot and killed O’shae Terry on Sept. 1 in Arlington, Texas has reportedly been identified, according to attorney S. Lee Merritt, who is representing the Terry family. See Also: Is There A Cover-Up? Dallas Won’t Release Amber Guyger’s 911 Call After She Killed Botham Jean

Details Of Botham Jean’s Family Lawsuit Against Dallas Are Revealed

The family of the Black man who was killed by a police officer in his own Dallas apartment last month still has plans to sue the city, according to a new report.

Supporting Morocco’s Quest to Close USD24 Billion Green Investment Gap

- Science has increasingly made it clear that the world is on an unsustainable growth model where economic development is occurring at the expense of the environment. The need for a well-balanced approach has therefore become a necessity rather than a luxury.

Govt Finalises Historic Somali Region Peace Deal

Ethiopian government delegation led by Foreign Minister Workneh Gebeyehu have signed a peace deal with the Ogaden National Liberation Front (ONLF) delegation led by Admiral Mohamed Omar Osman in the Eritrean capital, Asmara, yesterday October 21.

Watch Stacey Abrams Brilliantly Shut Down A Crazed Republican

Stacey Abrams is running for governor of Georgia and the racist powers that be are doing everything possible to see that she doesn’t win. Brian Kemp, her opponent, has been sued for voter suppression and there have been reports of over 700,000 voters being purged, mainly people of color.