Monthly Archives: October 2011

For the past 10 years, most African economies have been doing quite well. And that’s despite a slowdown in the global economic recovery.

The only ones having difficulties, says Jon Shields of the International Monetary Fund, are those involved in civil strife.

Becoming a Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR) of the United States is often a long and difficult process for foreign nationals. Obtaining LPR status leads to a multitude of benefits, including the freedom to live and work anywhere in the U.S., as well as qualify for social welfare programs and government financial aid for higher education. It is also one step closer to becoming eligible for U.S. citizenship.

Who are the most influential icons in contemporary African pop culture?

In September, I put out a request for nominations for a list of the 40 most powerful celebrities in contemporary Africa. Within three weeks, over 7,500 entries flooded in. This is the result of your choices.

America is a melting pot - a coming together of different peoples from different countries, religions, ethnicities and ideologies. It began with immigration and it moves forward with it. But it's never been easy being different in America.

Sammy Malakwen, of Kenya, has won the Twin Cities Marathon with a time of 2 hours, 13 minutes and 11 seconds. The 33-year old resides in Twin Harbors, Minnesota.