Authentic people representing the greater number of us out there, the little nuts and bolts in the big wheel of what is the real life in Gaborone. Gaborone being the capital city of Botswana, by default, becomes the central place for business in both governmental and private investments. All governmental ministries, major companies, non-governmental organizations, …
The Popular Story, The Real Story, and The Other Story “Every morning in Africa, a gazelle wakes up, it knows it must outrun the fastest lion or it will be killed. Every morning in Africa, a lion wakes up. It knows it must run faster than the slowest gazelle, or it will starve. It doesn’t …
No Man’s Land Many people born and raised in Accra have parents who migrated from their respective towns and villages to settle in Accra in search of an opportunity to make it in life. “No man’s land,” a phrase I’ve heard many a time, depicting the fact that Accra is home to people from different …
Real Life in Accra, Ghana That You Must Know About Continue Reading »
Lusaka is one of the fastest-growing cities of Southern Africa When the sun starts to rise, the city stirs; a lone bus meanders along the coarse gravel road, this is the story of real life in Lusaka, Zambia… Lusaka City is the honeycomb of the landlocked Republic of Zambia, and just like a beehive, the …
Abuja became a city which has helped shape my life so I can work harder and smarter if only I want to live in the city. When people come to Abuja, they usually don’t want to leave. That is why there are so many people here, a young man once told me. They try to …
In the heart of Ethiopia is the most historically successful city for African unity, human consciousness and development – Addis Ababa. During the rule of Emperor of Ethiopia, Haile Selassie, the Organization of African Unity (OAU) was formed in May 25, 1963, Addis Ababa. The formation gathered over thirty African nations with the aim to …
“Rabat is my hometown- it is the city in which I feel at ease and happy.” In North Africa, living in a capital city means enjoying the magical mixture of modernity and authenticity. Rabat, the capital of Morocco, is a true example of a city where life begins with a rich history, and grows with modernity. …
A large metropolis of 4 million inhabitants,the economic and financial capital of Morocco, a more modern city where thousands of foreigners come from all over the world not only to visit the city, but also to work and live. Behind these realities is a city full of history with an architectural heritage, ancient and recent, …
Local residents in Cairo are becoming concerned and discontent as water scarcity is reaching a critical point in the capital and the rest of the country. Although not all areas of the country are affected in the same way, many Cairo residents say they don’t have water for large portions of the day. And some …
Water Scarcity and Poor Water Management Makes Life Difficult for Egyptians Continue Reading »
Crowdfunding—or the use of online platforms to raise money for business ventures from a large base of investors—has been steadily gaining traction in Africa over the past decade. Still, crowdfunding in Africa remains limited compared to other regions. Entrepreneurs in the US and Europe have seen many projects and ideas launched as a result of …
Can Crowdfunding Make a Dream Come True in Africa? Continue Reading »
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