Eritrean diaspora crippled by division
The Eritrean diaspora contains a number of groups opposed to the dictatorial regime of President Isaias Afwerki but internal differences have prevented any effective action. How can they be brought together?
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Young global Africans – a powerful new force
The diaspora is pulsating with young people eager to contribute to the development of Africa. Esther Angonemi Ebimoghan and Richard Leigh examine who they are, where they live and what motivates them.
The serpent of racism wounded, not killed
Recalling the New Cross Fire, which killed several black teenagers in London 40 years ago, Clayton Goodwin wonders if all the good work done on community relations since is in danger of unravelling.
A monument to the Unknown African?
Despite increased attention, Africa’s contribution to the UK is still not properly acknowledged. Is it time for a permanent symbol to be erected? asks Clayton Goodwin.
Top Banker Tidjane Thiam ‘astonished’ by Black janitor act at party
Credit Suisse has apologised for a performance by a Black dancer as a janitor sweeping the floor at a party attended by its former CEO, Ivorian Tidjane Thiam
Black Lives Matter: Speak up Africa, speak up!
As the world joins hands to demonstrate against the killing in broad daylight of unarmed George Floyd, Africa by and large has remained silent. This is a shameful stance and must change says editor-at-large Baffour Ankomah