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Jaha Mapenzi from Gambia, nominated for 2018 Nobel Peace Prize

Jaha has fought against Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) and has been nominated for the Nobel Peace prize. She was nominated for the award by Jette Christenssen, a Norwegian politician, at the launch of the film ‘Jaha’s Promise’ in 2017. Christenssen said “ Her case is incredibly important not only for what’s happening in Gambia, but the…

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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf wins 2017 Ibrahim Prize for Achievement in African Leadership

The 2017 Ibrahim Prize for Achievement in African Leadership has been awarded to Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, former President of Liberia. She becomes the first woman to receive the Mo Ibrahim Award for Leadership, a distinction for which she will receive over $ 5 million USD. Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, who served two terms as President of…

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Kenyan actress Lupita Nyong’o will author a children’s book about colorism

34-year-old Kenyan actress Lupita Nyong'o, will soon add author to her growing list of accomplishments. She is set to publish in 2019, her first children's book called "Sulwe". The Academy award-winning actor will write "Sulwe" for Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers. The book is said to be about perceptions of beauty and self-love, and is expected to be…

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South African comedian Loyiso Madinga joins The Daily Show team with Trevor Noah

South African comedian Loyiso Madinga made his debut on American television as the Africa correspondent for the Daily Show with Trevor Noah. Madinga was selected by Trevor Noah to helm topical segments for the African broadcast of The Daily Show. “I am really excited to create a voice for local satire. What is really great is…

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