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Is music activism cleansing the soul of Europe?
Reflecting on David Rovics, Kristian Svenson And Elona Planman passage in Trondheim, Norway. By Raïs Neza Boneza With the recent refugee a.ka. migrants and economic crisis shadowing Europe, there is hope after all, few artists are breaking the barrier of the usual “brouhaha of humanitarian concert a la Bono and Geldof”. Recently, it easy to see that the … Read the rest
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Nandi | by Rais Neza Boneza | An African Lyrical Story
I have reached my destination; I trace calligraphies. My quill seems to pour its ink unto the banks of the Tanganyika Lake. The sacred place, to which from the other side of the frontier, I confined my boredom and worries when I was that youth. Nevertheless, always hence along my way. How have I arrived at the kraal … Read the rest
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The unexpected creativity that thrives in refugee camps
James with his latest work. Naohiko Omata, Author provided James is a sculptor who fled Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and sought refuge in neighbouring Uganda. When it’s not raining, he likes to work outside in front of his small mud and wood hut in Rwamwanja refugee camp. As soon as he starts working, he is surrounded by … Read the rest
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Je suis née morte, se réaliser par l’écriture | Nathalie Salmon-Hudry | TEDxPapeete
Nathalie est née handicapée. Son esprit dégage une énergie de vie hors norme et la pousse à aller toujours de l’avant. Auteur de l’ouvrage “Je suis née morte”, paru en 2012, elle témoigne de sa volonté de croquer chaque instant de la vie. Nathalie was born handicapped. Her spirit releases an exceptional energy, pushing her to always forge ahead. Author … Read the rest
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NZinga, The Queen of Angola (The Movie). A review by Raïs Neza Boneza for the Intenational Women’s Day celebration
Title: Njinga, Rainha de Angola (Nzinga, Queen of Angola) Category: History Duration: 109 Minutes Director: Sergio Graciano Release Year: 2013 Language: Portuguese & English As all around the world we celebrate the Women’s achievements while calling for greater equality and more justice ; I would like to revisit the historic figure and review the movie: Njinga, Rainha de Angola (Nzinga, … Read the rest
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A Belgian Prince, Gorillas, Guerrillas & the Future of the Congo By
sources: The Daily Beast Emmanuel de Merode is fighting rebel armies and a powerful oil company to protect Virunga Park, its animals and its people. His allies? Prince William and Leonardo DiCaprio. But his enemies may be stronger. VIRUNGA, Congo — On April 15, Prince Emmanuel de Merode’s hulking Land Rover kicked up clouds of dust as he navigated it … Read the rest