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As the whole world faces a lockdown due to COVID-19 pandemic, it’s natural to wonder how families and their children in developing countries are faring. Ghana comes to mind, an African country with its share of scarcity and economic disparity. Some parts are rich in resources, while others are poverty-stricken with families living in slums.  …

KAAF Addressing Scarcity in the midst the COVID-19 Pandemic in Chamba, Ghana. Read More »

How does a vulnerable youth in rural Rwanda obtain money to launch a business, especially during a pandemic?! Felicien Habagusenga and Solange Dusambemariya know! They are youth of Rungano-Ndota Initiative in Rwanda, and they earned loans to help them survive Covid and improve their livelihoods. Felicien raises pigs and Solange sells vegetables in the market. Both are stronger now, thanks to these loans and the coaching that surrounds them …

Relieving business of vulnerable youth in Rwanda during the COVID19 Pandemic Read More »

On Saturday, January 19, 2019, the Boston University African Studies Center (ASC) and its Diaspora Studies Initiative hosted a breakfast meeting for the African Diaspora Engaging Africa (ADEA) Initiative. The ADEA Initiative seeks to build a supportive platform for the African Diaspora in the US to engage in Africa’s development. This initiative creates a diverse …

The Beginning: African Diaspora Engaging Africa (ADEA) Initiative Building Community of Practice at Boston University Read More »