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Down syndrome, also known as Trisomy 21, is a chromosomal anomaly characterized by the presence of three chromosomes instead …
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Grandma’s Hands: Healing Through Generations of Love
On every shelf, there is something.
from ceramic elves
to porcelain dolls,
to shining brass lamps
that could hold a …
SELF-DEFENCE, A LIFE-SAVING BUT UNDEREXPLOITED BRANCH OF SPORT
Introduction
The benefits of sports are well-known—for health, maintaining physical fitness, or even as a source of income. Yet, one …
Reclaiming African Spirituality from Colonial Myths
Introduction
On a typical morning, there was a show on the radio (Metro FM), and the guests had a deep …
How Women Street Vendors Are Sustaining Their Families
Introduction
Across South Africa, many women are finding strength and stability in the informal economy. According to Statistics South Africa, …
SAVE TO EXIST: A STEP TOWARDS FINANCIAL STABILITY FOR AFRICAN YOUTH
Introduction
In a rapidly changing world marked by inflation, the high cost of living, and economic uncertainty, everyone seeks to …
BREAKING THE SILENCE ON MENTAL HEALTH IN AFRICAN COMMUNITIES
Introduction
The body is frequently the topic of discussion when discussing health in many African homes and communities. Families typically …
The Rejection of Worn-Out Coins and Banknotes in Cameroon’s Far North
Introduction
In the Far North region of Cameroon, cash remains the primary medium of exchange for daily transactions. Yet, a …
Dead Dignity: Shattering the Silence of Oppression, Reclaiming Power
I sing a lonely song to the moonlight,
The only closest company I may have tonight.
I hum to the …
Promoting African Textiles in the Face of Modernity
Introduction
Africa has always had its own unique textiles, contrary to popular beliefs around the world. These African textiles were …