65% of Philadelphians think the city is ‘on the wrong track,’ Lenfest survey finds
Research focused on the issues thought to be at the forefront of voters’ minds as Philadelphia prepares to elect new city leaders.
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Philadelphians see crime as No. 1 issue for next mayor, Lenfest Institute of Journalism poll says
89% of respondents think crime is the No. 1 issue that needs to be addressed by the next mayor.
Yes, #OscarsSoWhite – but there are still plenty of reasons to celebrate contemporary Black film
What other metrics, beyond recognition from the Academy, might be considered when gauging the state of Black cinema?
Niger is Africa’s fastest growing country – how to feed 25 million more people in 30 years
It currently ranks 115th out of 121 countries on the Global Hunger Index.
Nigeria needs to take science more seriously – an agenda for the new president
Science should be the fulcrum of Nigeria’s development.
Kenya’s first skyscraper closes – and leaves a complicated legacy
The Hilton Hotel was one of Nairobi’s first skyscrapers. The iconic cylindrical tower was opened in 1969 by President Jomo Kenyatta, six years after Kenya’s independence from Britain.
How To Navigate Through Burnout When Working From Home
If you work from home or remotely, you may suffer the same burnout symptoms as someone working in a regular office environment.
Bipolar disorder is poorly understood in Ghana: knowing the facts can help prevent suffering
Bipolar disorder is one of the conditions that’s frequently misunderstood and stigmatised.
How Black Culture/Designs Influences Fashion Trends in Today’s Generation
For many years, Black culture has played an essential part in the evolution of fashion and beauty worldwide. It has grown in popularity for various reasons, including the advent of globalization and the internet and the desire of young people of African origin to connect with their heritage and learn more about their past.
Nigeria’s cities are growing fast: family planning must be part of urban development plans
Lagos, Nigeria’s biggest city, already has over 15.9 million people