Renewed focus on modern slavery and on the anniversaries of the transatlantic slave trade
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Every day sees visitors breaking down in tears while touring 97,000-square-foot Elmina Castle, west of Cape Coast, Ghana. Built in 1482 by the Portuguese as a gold trading post on the Gulf of Guinea, it was turned into a fortress for the transatlantic slave trade by the Dutch in 1637.
These days tourists get to see the once-luxurious suites where the European slave merchants stayed and sexually exploited female slaves. They also see the dungeons that once housed the slaves, and the dingy, dimly lit corridors that lead to the “door of no return.” This door is in the outer walls of the castle, facing the sea, and was so named because once slaves walked through it they never returned
IS THERE AN AMNESTY ON THE HORIZON FOR ILLEGAL / UNDOCUMENTED IMMIGRANTS IN THE U.S.?
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Since President Barack Obama prevailed in the 2012 U.S. presidential elections, there has been much talk about the reasons why the Republican Party lost the highly contested race. Much of the chatter has surrounded the fact that the Republican Party clearly and mistakenly neglected a significant population of the voting electorate, Spanish speaking people or Hispanics. The statistics show that Hispanics favored Obama over Republican candidate Mitt Romney in the November 6, 2012 election by 71 percent to 27 percent.
THOKOZA SINGS “TERERA” LISTEN
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After watching the enchanting stage work and experiencing the sounds that emanate from this Southern California based Afocentric Acapella group, THOKOZA, one is left to wonder how come they can sing like that but are not a household name yet? How come they are not that famous? Well, now LISTEN! That is about to change courtesy their debut album release “TERERA”.
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Fare Thee Well Kojoe Agyei Kodie
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I was sure I very well knew the victim in the gruesome cannibalism murder incident as soon as the picture appeared in the media. I tried so hard to remember the face but the span of over 20 years blocked my memory. Kojoe Agyei Kodie aka Tiger enrolled as a freshman at SDA Secondary School, Bekwai, Ghana, when I was in my fourth year. He was such a smart boy that everyone who came into contact with him, just could not help but love him. He often appeared in his well pressed uniform and his trade mark, a pair of white ankle high socks and a pair of white tennis shoes to match made him stand out wherever he was. He spoke flawless English and his thoughts and reasoning was far beyond that of his age.
Making The Grade, But Not The Jobs-The Case Of African Immigrants In The US
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Africans immigrants to North America are always presented as hard working, friendly, education-focused minorities that adapt well to their new host countries. This image of the hard-working African immigrant is often presented as a stereotype that is in contrast to U.S. born African (Black) Americans. In fact, the majority of Africans come to the U.S do come for the purposes of education more than any other reason. This has led to a situation where more than one-third (36.6%) of African immigrants to the U.S. have a bachelor’s or higher degree”. When it comes to education, African immigrants as a group have a higher education rate than immigrants from the West Indies, Asia, and Europe. When compared to U.S. citizens more Africans in the U.S report having a college degree than U.S. born minorities (Asian, Latino, and Black Americans). Africans in the U.S. are doing significantly better in educational attainment rates where 36.6% have a bachelors degree compared to 29.5% White Americans who are also the privileged majority and have the most access to the power institutions in the U.S.
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PRESENTING THE AMERICAN HERITAGE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA : A focus on the School of Law
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Many Africans come to America with many lofty ideas and dreams. Those in search of American education averagely assumed they could complete their studies within five years, so they could go back “home” to practice whatever trade or profession they had been trained in. Unfortunately, the difficulty of adjusting to a new culture, the problems of finance and the absence of good advice often makes it difficult for such dreams to through. Many are therefore forced into professions they are least interested in and yet they have to hold on to these jobs to enable them send money home to their relatives on the continent and also pay the many bills at hand here. Many of such dreams are sometimes abandoned or placed on hold. The wait however is over. Your community newspaper, the African Trumpet recently visited the main campus of a unique university in San Bernardino, California, and we are convinced the wait to continue or start getting the education you deserve is over
MALAWI SWEARS BANDA IN AS PRESIDENT
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Malawi's Vice-President Joyce Banda has been sworn in as president following the death of Bingu wa Mutharika.
No stopping Africa’s growth: Zuma
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Major shifts in governance, trade, infrastructure and demographics will turn Africa's emergence over the past decade into a sustained economic lift-off, South African President Jacob Zuma said at the International Trade and Investment Conference in North West province recently.
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South African Consul-General in Los Angeles Talks To African Trumpet
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Your community newspaper, the African Trumpet was recently granted an interview by Mr Cyril Ndaba, the Consul-General of South Africa. Our correspondent, Isaac Appiah brings you what transpired at the interview.
EXPOSED - Revealing the Secrets Behind the Slave Trade Part 1- By Robert Barker
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Three hundred years ago many black people were uprooted from West Africa and taken as slaves to the Americas. Since then, their descendants in the Caribbean,in both North and South America, have not stopped seaching for their roots. These black people have wondered about the slave trade, why it happened and which people they belong to in Africa. Because of this gap in their history, descendants of the slaves who are conscious of their identity have worried about their true identity for the longest time.
BRONX REPORT- HOW RELIGION AND COMMUNITY IS HELPING THE METEORIC RISE OF THE BRONX
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By Kojo Ampah
A three hundred year old tradition of the Akans and Yoruba people of Ghana and Nigeria also popular among Caribbean’s and West Indians called Susu (Akan for small small) is in full swing in the Bronx and the result is the growing number of African owned businesses and homes in the Borough.
Work Place Law With Ben Frimpong-Demand For H-1B Visas On The Decline
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Demand For H-1B Visas On The Decline
Report released July, 2011 by the Department of Homeland Security's U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) indicated that agency received 18,400 H-1B visa petitions for fiscal year 2012 that count toward the congressionally mandated 65,000 cap.
GHANAIANWAY STREET OPENS IN NEW JERSEY
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History was made in New Jersey on Saturday, June 24th 2011, when a local street Victoria street was renamed “Ghanaian Way’. The street which houses a number of Ghanaian businesses perhaps is the only street named after a country in America.
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First Annual African Community Soccer Tournament To Be Held In L.A.
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In Genesis chapter 11:6, the good book talks about a people who had become so united and hence very powerful that the great God of heaven had these people dispersed across the whole face of the earth. The fear was that they might out of their unity do something abominable. The story refers to this group of people as the people of the tower of Babel.
That” unity is strength” an aphorism shared in many cultures but eluded Africans collectively is a fact that cannot be overemphasized. Even symbols of unity have been created in some African cultures as constant reminder of the power of unity.
HAIL NANA KWAME ATTA YEBOAH
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The Asante Cultural Society of Southern California was founded to imbibe and promote the culture of Asantes in the United States. They strive to promote the heritage of the past, respect the struggles of their forefathers and the sacrifices they made for Asantes and the future generations.
Nana Kwame Atta Yeboah was recently enstooled (enthroned) as the new king of the Asante Cultural Society of Southern California. We bring you a picture story of the event.
I am Youssou N’dour Calling Africa!
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The cheers and yelling from the crowd at the Greek theater was mild with everyone in their seats soaking in the music as Vusi Mahlasela played. By the time Angelique Kidjo mounted the stage many were those who were in their seats. But Kidjo the Diva was not there to be watched. She wanted her audience to perform with her. She commanded all to stand and dance. With that command and the resulting obedience all shyness was jettisoned to the wind and everyone donned their dancing shoes and just danced away.
For a while I felt the promoters had made a mistake of bringing Kidjo too soon and wondered how the next musician was going to beat her performance. I knew little about N’dour the next performer.
DEAR WADENYA-Still In Love With My Ex-Wife
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Dear Wadenya
I am a divorced middle aged father of two lovely children. I have been divorced for almost four years. I have dated some ladies but I am being careful. I find that I seem to compare these ladies against my ex-wife’s standard!
I take full responsibility for the breakup of my marriage and I am writing to you with the hope that you may advise other men against what I did. I met my ex-wife who was an ... Read More
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PRESENTING THE AMERICAN HERITAGE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
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American Heritage University of Southern California founded in 2003, and incorporated in the State of California under the name Heritage University, is an approved private, non-profit, independent institution of higher learning formed and organized under the laws and regulations of the Secretary of State of the State of California.
Bronx Report-Experiences of African children in Bronx public schools
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Africans are not new to the Americas. In 1312 Mansa Musa’s brother Mansa (King/Sultan) Abu Bakri II of the well-known Mali Empire made his second trip to the Americas. He was reported to have visited the Mississippi and other rivers. Historical records also have shown certain groups of West Africans around the fourteenth century were living with Native Americans in the Gulf of Mexico. Peoples of West Africa have an untold history of having connections with the Americas before Europeans. After the end of slavery, and following the independent period of many countries in Africa, Africans though in small numbers continue to travel to the US. With political turmoil and other natural disasters affecting the continent, we have seen in recent years many Africans immigrating to the US. A popular destination of Africans particularly those from the West is New York City; and the Bronx being perhaps the all time favourite place where the majority live.
MONEY MATTERS with Ken Barnes: What does it take to negotiate for a pay Raise?
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Late last week my office received two phone calls from some clients with the above question.-What does it take to and how they could ask for a pay raise. A subject every employee seems very interested in. I thought through it and realized that it is a very vital question. It is a concept that is not taught in any school and something nobody trains for. Yet, it is so delicate that if not handled properly, could spring forth a lot of ill feelings.
ECONOMIC PRUDENCE IN CHAD
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Few countries have been sheltered from the impact of the worldwide economic crisis. However, a recent report by the International Monetary Fund has concluded that Chad has been protected from the brunt of the monetary crisis by its high growth in agriculture. The central African nation of Chad has managed to see fiscal improvement in a time of worldwide financial chaos. In fact many African nations have seen the least adverse affect in these harsh economic times.
OUT OF AFRICA-PRESENTS TONYBESTMAN EMOKPAE OGIAMIEN
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Dr. Ogiamien began his career as a Warder at the Federal Prisons in 1967 and later joined the Nigerian Police Force in 1968. In 1972, he joined the Department of Institutions and Agencies as a Correction Officer in the State of New Jersey until 1975.
He received his pre-legal education at Fairleigh Dickinson University, Rutherford, New Jersey, Bachelor of Science in Law and Juris Doctor from Western State University College of Law, Fullerton Campus, California. Dr. Ogiamien graduated in 1980 and was recruited to join the Founding Class of the Law Faculty, University of Benin in 1982.
In 1985, Dr. Ogiamien won the British Commonwealth Scholarship Award for doctoral studies in Law and Bioethics of Modern Reproductive Technologies tenable at the University of Essex School of Law, Colchester, England. He was awarded Ph.D. in Law in 1990.
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Olympic marathon champion Wanjiru dies in balcony fall
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NAIROBI (AFP) – Olympic marathon champion Sammy Wanjiru of Kenya died overnight at the age of 24 after falling from the second floor of his home in the town of Nyahururu, police have said.
“He fell from the balcony of his home after a row with his wife. We found him lying on the verandah with a broken skull,” a police officer in the region, Jasper Ombati, said.
HOUSTON HOSTS INTERNATIONAL INTERCESSORY PRAYER CONFERENCE
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Believers across America met in Houston Texas recently to seek the face of God and His guidance in their lives.
Under the leadership of Prophet Chris Ekong, Founder and General Overseer Solution Outreach International Ministries, the international intercessor
prayer conference offered participants the opportunity to be refined by God’s Holy fire.
BY THE FIRESIDE- MR. MOON LEAVES HOME By Dr.Vukani G. Nyirenda
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The moon was a chubby young man before he married. He lived under water at Lake Kalimatundu, so the senga of Zambia believe, and never travelled.
His first wife was beautiful, and smart, but stingy. She never finished her cooking, always saying, navipyenge - “Allow the food to cook thoroughly.” She didn’t dish it out for her husband; neither did she allow him to dish it out for himself.
INTRODUCING RICKY VIVIEY: THE MAN WITH THE TRUMPET
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I was on the social networking site facebook when a friend sent me a clip of sweet authentic African music that coincidentally was coming out from a trumpet. I really enjoyed the music. After watching the clip, I was pleasantly overjoyed to know the musician was living in California. After a couple of email and text messages, I finally met the great Ricky Viviey at a wedding recently.
RICKY VIVIEY, Hails from Peki-Avetile in the Volta Region of Ghana. Incidentally Dr Ephraim Amu, of blessed memory. The Pioneer of Ghanaian Choral Music, hails from the same town.
PRESENTING D.J. NNAMDI MOWETA
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Originally from Nigeria, Nnamdi Moweta came to the US over twenty years ago.
After studying at the San Francisco Art Institute, he quickly established
himself as an influential DJ, music supervisor, consulant, manager, and
promoter. Committed to showcasing the best of African and African-influenced music,
he currently hosts the long-running radio show Radio Afrodicia, which features a large variety of contemporary musicians.
Join With Us In Our Quest For A Better South Africa.” South African Consul-General Ndaba
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South Africa's Consul-General, His Excellency Cyril S. Ndaba, has urged Africans in America to be inspired by the South African spirit of unity for our mutual progress.
The consul-General whose jurisdiction covers Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington and Wyoming was speaking at the guest of honor during an African Business and Culture Development (ABCD)breakfast meeting held recently in Los Angeles.
The ABCD group is made of a group of individuals from diverse backgrounds, with one common dream to, "HELP BUSINESSES IN CALIFORNIA AND AFRICA FIND PARTNERS FOR INVESTMENT AND TRADE".
From the Desk of Bishop J.C. Opong: Time Buyers
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In the broadcasting world, time buyers are people who negotiate the purchase of time on radio and television stations. In a different way, every Christian is called to be a time buyer. Paul says that we are to redeem the time.
MONEY MATTERS with Ken Barnes: When Buying A Car…
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“Ken, hmm, I sunk into depression a week after I got home with the car, I felt stupid, my intelligence insulted, violated and fooled. I became very mad with myself. I called the dealership to complain about the price, my monthly payments and the fact that there are similar cars on line way cheaper, but there was nothing they could do! I had already signed and there was no return policy.”
I want to devote this month’s write up to discuss my very personal experiences and that of some of my clients in Car buying with you in response to some of the many questions I have received over the years. The aim is to prevent the above experience from happening to you. I will do my best not to be judgmental or accusatory because some of my very best friends are in car industry and they are good people.
2012 Diversity Visa Lottery Results Canceled
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The State Department has canceled the results of the 2012 Diversity Visa Lottery that were posted atwww.dvlottery.state.gov in May 2011. A problem with a computer program caused results that were not valid. The results didn't represent a fair, random selection of entrants, which federal law requires. If you applied to the Diversity Visa Lottery between October 5, 2010 and November 3, 2010
A notice on the US State government website reads as folows:
**IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING THE 2012 DIVERSITY LOTTERY PROGRAM**
The Good News about Africa’s Population Boom
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It has already been established that the Africa region has the fastest growing population. This boom will cause Africa to surpass both China's and India's population in 2025, less than 15 years away. The combined populations of Asia, including China and India, will still exceed Africa's, however.
If we look out to the year 2100, one in three people will be of African descent globally even with the likelihood that fertility rates will continue to decrease. Lower rates of mortality and increasing life span also contribute to the growing population on the continent.
OUT OF AFRICA-Presents Math Professor Nkechi Agwu
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Nkechi Agwu, Ph.D., is the President of the American Association of University Women New York City (AAUW NYC) Branch. She is a past Executive Vice President, Program Co-Vice President, Public Policy Chair, Black History Chair, By-laws Committee Member, Emerging Leader and Educational Foundation Honoree of the Branch. She has given several workshops and presentations for students and parents within the NYC Branch’s Explore Your Opportunities (EYO) Conference, College/University Program and Black History Program.
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England’s Smartest Family is African
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Peter and Paula Imafidon, 9-year-old twins from Waltham Forest in northeast London, England are a part of the highest-achieving clan in the history of Great Britain education. The two youngest siblings have made British history as the youngest students to ever enter high school. They astounded veteran experts of academia when they became the youngest to ever pass the University of Cambridge’s advanced mathematics exam. That's on top of the fact they have set world records when they passed the A/AS-level math papers.
GHANA DRAWS 1-1 WITH ENGLAND
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Ghana's Black Stars on March 29th earned a deserved draw when Asamoah Gyan's 90+1-minute goal cancelled Andy Carroll's first in the first half in a historic clash with the Three Lions of England at Wembley.
England kicked-off strongly and appeared set to drown Ghana in goals as the Ghanaians looked lethargic and lost many of the 50-50 balls, apparently as a result of their long flight from Congo Brazzaville less than 48 hours earlier.
FASHIONISTA AFRICA: Presenting Felix Anaman
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“I thank God for my life for, how and what He's made me. I am very grateful and I really appreciate Him. Thank you Lord God Almighty” Felix Anaman.
My name is Felix Anaman. I was Born on October 13 1982, I am a product of Rangoon Camp School (Primary and Junior High), Saint Thomas Aquinas Senior High School and Vogue Style School of Fashion and Design, all in Ghana. I also hold a Certificate from a Masters Class in Television and Radio Presenting and Production. I am based in Ghana.
BY THE FIRESIDE- What Shall I do? By Dr.Vukani G. Nyirenda
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“What shall I do?”
Zyanga heard herself say. She was sitting on a tree stump in front of her mother’s hut. With her elbows resting on her knees, she balanced her head between her palms. She heard other children sing the children’s dance song, silayo, her heart pumped hard, and she felt lonely.
DEAR WADENYA- I HAVE BEEN FOOLED
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I am Sandra, single and a parent of 2 young boys. Three years ago,I met Joshua a father of three girls who told me that he was divorced and that his ex-wife remarried and abandoned them. The eldest child attended camp with my boys and were good friends. so it was no surprise when Joshua and I met and became good friends. Joshua who worked as a Taxi driver desperately needed help with his
kids. I picked up all the kids from school, cooked supervised their homework and most of the times they slept in my home when Joshua worked.Our relationship bloomed into a love affair and we got engaged. We could not afford a wedding right away due to financial constraints, so to cut down on our expenses he moved in my house. My kids called him Dad and his called me Mom.
EDITORIAL-SUPPORT THE AFRICAN TRUMPET
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Any time a potential writer or advertiser in conversation inquires after a pause, where are you from? If he does not answer he is from where I am originally from, no matter how excited he was about our project and how happy he is about Africans projecting a positive image of Africa etc.etc, I immediately conclude, that is the last time I will hear from him or her.
It is so sad that even business people looking at the African community market and accept that this vehicle is the best platform for them will still feel reluctant to advertise and support this project just because perhaps the editors name does not sound familiar.
MONEY MATTERS with Ken Barnes: Is there anything like a good debt?
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Debt- defined loosely as an amount of money owed to a person, organization or nation for funds borrowed is one of the most talked about topics in any household and financial planning workshop. Countries and Nations devote whole ministries and boards to discuss and manage debt. My church, The Solid Foundation Chapel, is currently treating debt as a topic in our practical living series lessons. I have personally over the years taught many workshops on Debt and how to get out of debt. So I will like to discuss an aspect of this all important subject-debt this month!
BRONX REPORT-Why A Bronx Report Column? By:Dr Mark Naison, Fordham University
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If you ask people about the Bronx, the first thing most people would mention would be the Yankees. Next would come the Zoo and the Botanical Gardens, after that Fordham University, then more negatively, a range of attributes associated with urban decay, such as gangs and drugs and arson, coupled with a some apologetic references to the Bronx’s significance in the development of Latin Music and Hip Hop.
DEAD FOR WANT OF A BIGGER BUTT
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A Newsdesk compilation
Claudia Aderotimi or Claudia Adusei, was a 20 year old student and dancer who thought enhancing her butt would make her more attractive and get her into more music videos
Rugby Sevens, the Newest World Sport
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Move over World Cup! There is a rapidly growing international sport that brings together teams and fans from all over the world. And this one happens every year. It’s Rugby Sevens. This variant of rugby union features seven-a-side teams playing on a normal size field in seven or ten minute halves.
Ten Typical Myths About Bad Cholesterol,Foods and Fats?
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Kansas based, L. J. Wilson writes for her own personal cholesterol lowering diet foods blog http://www.cholesterolloweringdiets.net/ blog, It is her personal hobby blog that shares tips to help visitors to lower high-cholesterol and help spread the focus on healthy eating.
PAN AFRICAN FILM FESTIVAL PRESENTS AFRICAN MOVIE STARS
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By: Isaac Amo-Kyereme
The 19th Annual Pan African Film festival (PAFF) has ended in Los Angeles with a strong representation from many African countries including Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal, South Africa, Mali etc. The festival which ended on February 23rd screened over a 100 films made by/or about people of African descent from the United States, Africa, the Caribbean, South America, the Pacific, Europe and Canada.
LOMA LINDA UNIVERSITY HOLDS AFRICAN CULTURAL SHOW- By Christiana Amo-Kyereme
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The president of Loma Linda University in California, Dr. Richard Hart has commended the African Network of the University for the great contribution it is making to make African students feel at home whilst on campus.
MAD RUSH FOR HOMES IN GHANA : the REGIMANUEL GRAY advantage
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With increasing reports pointing to an unprecedented economic growth in the small West African state of Ghana, the country looks poised to be Africa’s fastest-growing country in 2011.
DEAR WADENYA- MY GOOD INTENTIONS
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I am sick and tired of dealing with "Users" and" Haters". Users always take without ever Giving and Haters are filled with so much Envy, Jealousy and Hatred for the person they receive from. I am blessed to be on the giving end
THE TRUTH ABOUT GLOBALIZATION -By Dr Philip Emeagwali
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Globalization or the ability of many people, ideas and technology to move from country to country - is not new. In Africa, it was initiated by the slave trade and given impetus by colonialism and Christian missionaries.
The early missionaries saw African culture and religion as a deadly adversary and as an evil that had to be eliminated.
In 1876, a 27-year-old missionary named Mary Slessor emigrated from Scotland to spend the rest of her life in Nigeria.
For her efforts in trying to covert the people of Nigeria, Mary Slessor’s photograph appears on Scotland’s ten pound note, and her name can be found on schools, hospitals and roads in Nigeria.
AFRICAN TRUMPET VISITS KINGS ASSEMBLY RCCG IN SAN BERNARDINO
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The African Trumpet in this edition took our camera’s to RCCG’s Kings Assembly in San Bernadino,California. With powerful melodies from the Angels Voices praise team and prayers from Pastor’s Gloria and a message from Pastor Jecinta Uzowuru, God’s presence flowed through the congregation. Our visit also coincided with the churches celebration of Jamaica day and with shouts of One Love, a special presentation on Jamaica was made.
Douda DiabateTakes Over as Ambassador of Cote D’Ivoire
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Ivorian immigrants and embassy staff in the United States have welcomed the installation of a new ambassador appointed by the president-elect of Ivory Coast Alassane Ouattara.
Nigerian Lawyers Association Elects New Officers
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The Nigerian Lawyers Association is pleased to announce the following officers and directors as having been elected to serve for this year 2011.
Members of the executive committee are: Yomi Ajaiyeoba, Esq., President, Diran Ajayi, Esq., Vice President,Uchechi Anyanwu, Esq., Secretary, Billy Enobakhare, Esq., Public Relations Officer and Reni Adadevoh, Esq., Parliamentarian
BRONX REPORT COMING UP
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The Bronx African American History Project (BAAHP) will as from the next edition be bringing you the BRONX REPORT. A column that focus on developments within the African community in Bronx, New York.
The BAAHP, an insititute of Fordham University under the leadership of Dr Mark Naison has been working within the community to forge closer ties amongst Africans and African Americans as well as the entire university community.
Money Matters With Ken Barnes-TO BUY OR TO RENT?
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This has been one of the most asked questions in my real estate practice. “Should I buy or rent?” This question has become even more rampant these days due to the low level of real estate prices and the corresponding low level of interest rate.
But really not everybody should ask that question. Certain people should rent and not entertain the thoughts of buying at all at least not now! Many proponent blame partially, the real estate and banking implosion to people who were not ripe to buy who bought and the system which “managed” to get them to buy!
Work Place Law With Ben Frimpong-EMPLOYMENT LAW DISCRIMINATION
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In our December 2010 edition, part 1 of our series focused on race/color and religious discrimination. In January, part 2 focused on Sex (Gender) and National Origin Discrimination. In this edition, we will focus our discussion on age and disability discrimination
GHANA SAYS NO TO OKADA
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The use of motorbikes for commercial transportation, popularly called ‘Okada’, cannot be accepted in the Ghanaian society, says Ghana’s Deputy Roads and Transport Minister, Dzifa Ativor. She says the implications and fatalities associated with the practice cannot be countenanced.
OUT OF AFRICA PRESENTS AMBASSADOR MITIFU
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Born in Bukavu, Kivu, Ambassador Mitifu received her bachelor of science degree in biochemistry education from the National University of Zaire, Kinshasa.
She received a master’s degree in French studies from Auburn University in Auburn, Alabama; and a doctorate in romance languages from the University of Georgia in Athens, Georgia. Her dissertation topic was the representation of femininity in Zairian novels written in French.
She taught French literature, language, and culture and Caribbean and African literature at the University of Georgia (1994-1997) and also at Columbus State University in Columbus, Georgia (1997-1998). She supervised teaching assistants and coordinated the French language program in the department of romance languages at the University of Georgia (1995-1997).
Ambassador Mitifu’s area of research has included French, francophone, and lusophone literatures from Africa and the Caribbean.
She was appointed to Washington, D.C. by the late President Laurent Désiré Kabila.
The Chinese are coming - By Guy Mulvaney, London
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Recently the British Broadcasting Corporation produced a two-part series documentary called the ‘Chinese are coming.’
In the first part, Justin Rowlatt crossed several Sub-Saharan African countries as he investigated the spread of Chinese influence around the continent.
AFRICAN TRUMPET EDITION 15
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United Ghanaian Associations In New Jersey Hold Annual Christmas Jam
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The Untied Ghanaian Associations of New Jersey organized its first Annual Christmas Jam last year. The party brought together many associations and businesses in the community.
INTRODUCING CHRISTALINE COUTURE- By Christiana Amo-Kyereme
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After bringing to your attention many African fashionista’s each month I think it is time to let you into my own world of creativity.
I am a self taught designer who for many years knew that I could create wonderful designs if I put my mind to it. It however took me many years before I had the courage to cut and sew a piece of fabric.
Christaline Couture therefore is a fashion line created out of nothing but for a purpose
BY THE FIRESIDE- KALULU, THE HARE, DUPES THE LIONESS
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By : Dr. Vukani G. Nyirenda,
A lioness lay under the shade of a huge fig tree. Her six cubs bowled and fought amongst themselves for a chance to nurse, but there was little milk left.
“Why are your cubs growling?” Kalulu, the hare, asked the lioness. He stood a safe distance away.
“They are hungry,” replied the lioness.
“Give them buffalo meat, bird meat…whatever,” insisted Kalulu.
“I have not hunted since they were born,” she replied. “One week ago this day.”
“And why is that?” Kalulu asked. “There are plenty of eland and bush bucks in the woods beyond the stream.”
Kofi & The Crown of Glory, Sing For God
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Crown and Glory is an Award winning, Christian worship band mostly known for cross-cultural style of Christian music that fuses elements from gospel, African Cultural rhythms with contemporary gospel music to bring to a unique and irresistible sound of praise and worship. Under the Leadership of Pastor. Kofi Thompson, the band has recorded 44 original songs on 3 albums.
The first is "WORSHIP OF THE SAINTS" and was released in 2006. The CD has 15 songs, songs like Rhythm Of Praise which we sing about how God is honored in every tribe and tongue (Psalm 19:1-4). "Take This Heart Of Mine" is a song of dedication of self to Christ our Lord (Proverb 3:5-6 lean not on your own understanding but acknowledge Him in all your ways).
DEAR WADENYA-MY PAST HAUNTS ME
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I am 40 years old, and from an extremely materialistic family. My Mother coached us to date and associate exclusively with wealthy men, which included older and married men.
I partied with politicians, attended exclusive events, and dated sugar Daddies. I got pregnant and could not identify the father of my child yet my mother saw this as an opportunity for me to land a rich husband, and asked me to hold onto the pregnancy .I approached several men who may have fathered my son, hoping that
one person would accept paternity, but all of them denied me.
RCCG Kings Court Parish Welcome’s 2011 With Praise & Worship
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The Redeemed Christian Church of God, King’s Court Parish, Los Angeles, welcomed 2011 in style with a prayer,, praise and worship service.
King’s Court which came into existence in November 2006 has today grown into a great place where many African immigrants congregate to praise God together
Led in service by the church pastor Dr.Chinwe Nwafor, the congregation through songs and prayer sessions entrusted the year 2011 in God’s hands.
According to Pastor Nwafor it is the vision of the church to make the congregation a channel where the spirit of God is felt to be moving and a church where brethren dwell in peace, unity and love.
The African Trumpet brings you a few shots of scenes from the New Year Service.
EDITORIAL-GBAGBO SHOULD LEAVE NOW
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It is unfortunate that after all the political progress the continent of Africa has made in the past decade or so, Cote D’Ivoire for many years the beckon of hope and prosperity in West Africa should titter on disaster, just because once again a strong man with a penchant for power and his ruling class are clinging on to power even after losing a election.
AFRICAN EMBASSY NEWS
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African Embassy News....If your embassy news is not here ask your embassy why?
MONEY MATTERS with Ken Barnes: Nine Tips to start the Year aright!
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As a new year starts, you as an economic being have been given another chance and opportunity to approach your finances with a new mentality and attitude and I pray that you do it right this time! I pray that you take all the right decisions to be able to inherit the economic and financial freedom and to enjoy it! Here are 9 things I suggest you consider and take practical steps to address and implement to put your financial life back on track or to enhance it!
Download the Entire February edition here
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The African Trumpet is the premier free African Community newspaper for the African Community in America. It carries African and community news from the continent as well as about news of Africans in America.
Work Place Law With Ben Frimpong-Sex (Gender) Discrimination
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In our December 2010 edition, part 1 of our series focused on race/color and religious discrimination. Part 2 will focus on Sex (Gender) and National Origin Discrimination. As previously mentioned, the U.S. Equal Employment Commission (EEOC) enforces Federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. These laws protect individuals against employment discrimination and unfair treatment on the basis of a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
The Other Africa Exhibit -By Philippe Sibelly
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A unique photographic project aiming to showcase a new vision of the African continent will exhibit in Accra, Ghana for the first time in March 2011.
The Other Africa by photographer Philippe Sibelly is a work in development, with the ultimate aim of creating 54 images, one from each country on the continent.
THE TRUTH ABOUT GLOBALIZATION -By Dr Philip Emeagwali
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Dr.Emeagwali helped give birth to the supercomputer - the technology that spawned the Internet.
He won the 1989 Gordon Bell Prize, which has been dubbed the “Nobel Prize of Supercomputing
OUT OF AFRICA PRESENTS MICHAEL ADEGOKE
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Born in Lagos West Africa, raised in the United States, Michael began his career in dance as a breakout Midwest sensation, teaming up with top hip-hop chorographers such as Yana G, Kat Bornoff, Caesar Rusell and Pazazz performing in over 60 shows with local artist in the Midwest.Michael is the first African to win four United States Professional Showdance Championships and a fifth place position in the world.
UBUNTU CORNER-Why Shrien Dewani Must Stand Trial.
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By Guy Mulvaney in London.
Luc Besson's French action film, Banlieue 13 {translates to District 13 or Borough 13 in English} focuses on life in a ghetto on the outskirts of Paris. Like all ghettos worldwide, it is in a total state of anarchy. Drug abuse, rape, prostitution, armed robbery and murder are a way of life. The youth have no hope and no future as all the schools are shut down by the authorities. The only law that exists is the 'law of the jungle.' The French authorities respond by 'locking in’ or out the citizens of the city, depending which side of the wall Parisians are on. Movements in and out of the ghetto are regulated at police checkpoints. The citizens are caged in, just like the Palestinians on the Gaza Strip.
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AFRICAN TRUMPET CELEBRATES FIRST ANNIVERSARY
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At the peak of America's worst recession since the great depression, as many well established and well funded newspapers were folding up last year, as many of the traditional advertisers were cutting their budget, it only took a great level of boldness and an enormous belief in our community for a very young team to come out with this free newspaper to hit the stands all over America.
“AND AFRICANS PRAYED FOR AMERICA IN WASHINGTON”
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It was a really wonderful scene on October 16, 2010 as Africans met on Capital hill to pray for America.
Organised by the African Strategic Leadership Prayer Network (ASLPN), a non-profit Christian charitable organization dedicated to prayer and intercession, the ASLPN brought together an assembly of African Christian leaders from around the nation in worship and praise all aimed at Interceding for America.
TESTIFY- Prayer: Our Spiritual Legacy by Ewurama De-Whyte
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One of the rich legacies of Africa is a deep and abiding sense of spirituality. Compared with some post-religious cultures in the West, Africans have a rich religious heritage of which they can be proud. However, heritage and legacy is not enough. As Africans we must have a personal spiritual experience with God. In what way can we add to the spiritual legacy of Africa while enriching our own experience? Prayer, the most needed thing today is prayer. What a bold statement to make!
Fred Mutebi- The Woodcutting and Printmaking Genius
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Since his humble childhood growing up in a small village in Uganda, he has established himself as a premier international artist and compassionate humanitarian. His mastery of the traditional art of woodcut printmaking has earned him global acclaim and recognition. His artwork has been featured in exhibitions in the Netherlands, Germany, France, Austria, South Africa, Uganda, Kenya, Japan, and the United States.
Who Am I? By Dr Vukani Nyirenda
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Sitting opposite me at our breakfast on our next visit, my mom squints at me as if I came from another planet, 'cause I've asked that question again ''Who am I?" "Honey, you're American, period," She's American. "Nah. She's African," says my dad,squeezing my shoulders. He's African. I'm confused. My name, Fumbani, means "ask" in my dad's language. So, it's okay to ask.
But who cares about my question?
FASHIONISTA AFRICA - DRY SKIN IN WINTER?
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Dry skin is a very common skin problem and is often worse during the winter when
environmental humidity is low. Dry skin results when there is not enough water in the stratum corneum for it to function properly. Too much soapy water, exposure to harsh chemicals, the normal aging process and certain types of skin diseases are some of the causes of decreased amounts of protective skin oils
DEAR WADENYA - Businessman
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I am a mature woman who has never been married and would like to settle down, but I seem to attract lairs and Gold diggers. I believe my many mishaps are not normal. Several months ago, I met a guy who moved in with me a short time later after he proposed. He informed me that he is a business man and travels between Africa,Europe and Asia and also he is a car importer. We both have communicated with each others family over the phone. Within the last three
months he has been shopping for cars at auctions to ship home as a means to generate money for the wedding in December and the plan is that he will travel ahead of me to meet my family and complete the traditional rites, and I would join him in time for the wedding
AFRICA : Then, Now and Forever - Part 1 of 5 By: Philip Emeagwali
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Walk with me in memory to one of the greatest celebrations, the end of the colonial era in Africa. The day: October 1, 1960. The place: British West Africa. The setting: a crowded stadium in the Atlantic coastal town of Sapele. School children are waving green and white flags in honor of the birth of modern Nigeria, no longer part of the British Empire.
TIME TO LEVEL THE PLAYING FIELDS-By Guy Mulvaney
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'Editors from most domestic and foreign media organizations still took police reports as factual even though the police were clearly part of the problem. It seems that people who sometimes dressed in skins and who could not speak English properly must be barbaric…' [Greg Marinovich and Joao Silva, 'The Bang Bang Club- Snapshots from the Hidden War.']
MONEY MATTERS with Ken Barnes - Eight things you CANNOT DO in today’s economy!
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There are basically 3 ways through which a person becomes wealthy in our economy.
Income growth, through pay raises, profitable business ventures etc, Growth in our investments and retirement accounts like our 401k, stock exchange, Mutual funds etc and thirdly growth in our home equities i.e.,our houses appreciating in value.
Law & You- The Legal Basics Of Background Checks by Ben Frimpong esq.
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What Job Seekers Need to Know
If you are in the job market and have applied for a job recently, it is likely that you signed a consent form for a background check during the employment application process. Due to security issues and availability of information on the Internet, employers have enhanced employee reviews through background checks in order to avoid potential risks.
Out Of Africa presents Dr. Mathias “Mal” Fobi
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Dr. Mathias Fobi, is an internationally recognized bariatric surgeon, who has changed the shape of Hollywood heavyweights such as Etta James and American Idol's Randy Jackson. MAL, as he is known among friends, was born in Nkwen, a small village in Cameroon, West Africa. He is a member of the first batch, class of 1965, 0f Sacred Heart College in Mankon Bamenda in Cameroon
Ivory Coast constitutional council confirms poll result
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Ivory Coast's constitutional council has validated the results of last week's presidential election, despite an opposition challenge.
The move points the way to a second round run-off between President Laurent Gbagbo and opposition leader Alassane Ouattara on 21 November.
Mr Ouattara had earlier called for a recount. The results also need to be certified by the UN.
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