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 Shangox   I. Introduction: The Myth Collapses White supremacy, long upheld by violence, manipulation, and financial mysticism, is collapsing under the weight of its internal contradictions. From shrinking Western birthrates to economic stagnation and the unraveling of colonial myths, the edifice that positioned the white world as the zenith of civilization is eroding. With every … Read more

By Shangox, Herald of the Neo Liberationist Vanguard   Africa is stirring. The ancestral drums that once summoned kings and summoned rain, the chants that guided warriors and midwives alike, now pulse with a new frequency. A wave is rising—not of vengeance, not of imitation, but of restoration. Of power not bought, borrowed, or begged … Read more

Colonialism did not just conquer our lands—it disoriented our minds. The violence of colonization was not merely physical but epistemic: it rewrote our past, renamed our gods, ridiculed our tongues, and replaced our truths with borrowed lies. But no external force is stronger than internal clarity. Self-knowledge is not a luxury—it is resistance. To remember … Read more

We must abandon the colonial illusion that independence was ever granted. True liberation was not handed to us—it remains to be seized. The African revolution is not a relic of the past; it is an unfinished project. Neo-Liberationism demands a new kind of leadership—conscious, unbought, and unafraid. It is not protest for its own sake … Read more

In a move that reeks of colonial overreach, South African opposition leader Julius Malema, the fearless commander of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), was denied a UK visa just hours before his scheduled flight to speak at the University of Cambridge’s Africa Together Conference on May 10, 2025. The British High Commission, in a letter … Read more

Reclaiming the Blueprint Hidden in the Ancestors’ Code African Spiritual Technology (AST) is not superstition. It is not folklore. It is a coded system of metaphysical science, rooted in balance, vibration, memory, and cosmic law. Suppressed, demonized, and fragmented through colonization, AST now returns as part of the great reawakening. Below are five ancient pillars—unwritten … Read more

🧠💣 “They told us we were free while chaining our desires, disciplining our tongues, and programming our children. What does it mean to be free if your mind still bows in submission?” From birth, we are bombarded with narratives—through textbooks, pulpits, media, and foreign aid—that distort who we are and dictate who we should become. … Read more

🧠 Mental liberation is the first revolution. All others follow. 🧠 “They didn’t just colonize our lands.They colonized our dreams, our desires, our definitions of success.” Long after the invader left, the chains remained —not on our wrists, but in our thoughts:– What is beautiful.– What is intelligent.– What is civilized.– What is worthy. They … Read more

Revealing the Sacred Architecture of Reality Hidden in African Spiritual Technology (AST) Unlearn: That African spirituality was limited to rituals, charms, and myths.Remember: That African spiritual systems encoded the structure of the universe itself.Reclaim: Your inheritance as the steward of a cosmology far older than the telescope. 🌌 Africa: The Original Map of the Stars … Read more

Exposing the Spiritual Colonialism that Haunts Africa’s Consciousness Unlearn: That “Juju” means fear, evil, or chaos.Remember: That Juju is a sacred system of symbolic control, energetic agency, and ancestral science.Reclaim: The dignity and intelligence of your indigenous spiritual technology. 🧨 What Is Juju Really? “Juju” is a word that echoes through time with both mystery … Read more

A Reflection Invitation for Reawakening African Spiritual Technology In every bloodline, there are echoes—songs, gestures, stories, names, symbols—that once served as spiritual codes. Long before colonization rewrote the script of our existence, African people encoded knowledge through the body, the land, the ritual, and the spoken word. Now, as we reclaim our Sacred Operating System, … Read more

Imhotep, a towering figure from ancient Egypt circa 2650–2600 BCE, stands as a beacon of African brilliance, shaping history as an architect, physician, astronomer, and philosopher. Known as the designer of the Step Pyramid at Saqqara—the world’s first large-scale stone structure—Imhotep’s legacy transcends time, offering inspiration for Africa’s modern transformation under Agenda 2063. At PowerAfrika, … Read more

Agenda 2063, the African Union’s grand vision to transform Africa into a prosperous, united, and sovereign continent by 2063, was launched in 2013 with bold aspirations. Adopted at the 24th AU Summit in Addis Ababa, this 50-year blueprint aims to end poverty, integrate economies, and empower youth across 54 nations. Yet, as reported by the … Read more

On May 1, 2025, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni ignited a fiery debate by criticizing France for its ongoing exploitation of Africa, specifically targeting the use of a “colonial currency” to drain the continent’s resources, as reported by GBC Ghana Online. This bold statement, amplified across platforms like X, builds on her earlier remarks in … Read more

🎙️ “To silence a people, you do not need chains — you only need to steal their language.” They called our tongues “barbaric.”They called our stories “folklore.”They made us believe that brilliance wears a Western accent — that truth speaks only in colonial grammar. But language is more than words.It is rhythm.It is memory.It is … Read more

Subtitle: Recovering the Sacred Lineages Behind Africa’s Suppressed Metaphysical Systems “The most powerful knowledge is never written—it is embodied. It lives in the breath, the walk, the ritual, and the dream.” — Neo-Liberationist Reflection I. INTRODUCTION: RESTORING THE MEMORY OF THE KEEPERS In the global revival of African Spiritual Technology (AST), one question demands our … Read more

On May 1, 2025, Burkina Faso’s Head of State, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, delivered a powerful message of gratitude to peace-loving citizens and pan-African supporters worldwide, as reported by GBC Ghana Online. This acknowledgment comes amid Traoré’s ongoing fight against imperialism, a battle that resonates deeply with Burkina Faso’s quest for sovereignty and self-determination. At PowerAfrika, … Read more

✊🏾 “Before they stole our land, they stole our symbols.” “They took our drums and called them savage.They took our dances and called them obscene.They took our names for God and called them heathen.And then they handed us their gods — bound in chains.” For centuries, the African spirit has been under siege — not … Read more

Subtitle: Why the Key to True African Liberation Lies in the Revival of Suppressed Spiritual Technology I. INTRODUCTION: THE INVISIBLE WAR It is widely understood that colonization stripped Africa of its land, its labor, its languages, and its gold. What is less known—almost deliberately obscured—is that colonization also waged an unprecedented war on African Spiritual … Read more

🗣️ Before they claimed our lands, they renamed our minds. 🗣️💡 To awaken, we must remember who we were — before we were renamed. “They renamed kingdoms as colonies.They renamed peoples as tribes.They renamed cultures as chaos.But you, African, were never the name they gave you.” They took Timbuktu and called it myth.They took Kush … Read more

Presented by PowerAfrika Introduction: The Slumber Before the Storm For centuries, Afrika has slept — not because she is weak, but because she has been drugged.Drugged with foreign religions that painted her spirit inferior.Drugged with education that erased her glories.Drugged with economics that tethered her brilliance to chains of dependency. Yet no drug can sedate … Read more

Introduction In the great chronicles of human history, few acts have been as profoundly unjust and enduringly corrosive as the arbitrary partitioning of Africa by colonial powers. The borders that dissect the continent today are not the fruits of African deliberation, consent, or cultural evolution; they are the remnants of foreign conquest and imperial greed. … Read more

🔓 Declaration for the Opening of Africa’s Borders We, the youth of Africa—sons and daughters of the soil, born of kingdoms older than colonization and dreams taller than division—declare with clarity and conviction:We are not foreigners in our own land. The borders that divide us today were drawn by outsiders—without our voices, without our memory, … Read more

Founder, PowerAfrika | Advocate of Neo-Liberationism Subject: The Awakening of Africa: Manifesto for Unity and Freedom To the People of Africa and Her Diaspora, I write this letter not only as a witness to history but as one of its architects. For too long, the soul of Africa has been fragmented—not merely by distance or … Read more

Date of Birth: June 15, 1945Place of Birth: Ourous, Guinea (Coniagui ethnic group)Religion: Roman Catholic (Traditionalist)Title: Cardinal, Prefect Emeritus of the Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments I. Early Life and Ecclesiastical Rise Robert Sarah was born in a remote village in northern Guinea, into a devout Christian family belonging to … Read more

An Inconvenient Truth Africa Must Confront Despite the illusion of sovereignty paraded through national anthems, ceremonial inaugurations, and flags waving in artificial pride, Africa remains tethered to the very empires it supposedly escaped.The sobering truth? Africa’s political elites—presidents, ministers, diplomats—are not champions of their people. They are proxies of empire. Rather than serving the aspirations … Read more

Summary According to a draft White House executive order reported by France 24 and other outlets, the Trump administration is considering a major reduction in U.S. diplomatic presence in Africa. The plan involves closing non-essential embassies and consulates in sub-Saharan Africa, consolidating remaining missions, and eliminating State Department offices focused on climate change, democracy, human … Read more

On April 17, 2025, Climate Home News reported a grim forecast for the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC): deadly rains that devastated Kinshasa this month, killing at least 165 people and displacing over 7,000, are now expected every two years due to climate change . From April 4 to 11, torrential downpours caused the N’djili … Read more

On April 14, 2025, Algeria made headlines by ordering 12 French embassy officials to leave the country within 48 hours, a bold move that has reignited diplomatic tensions between Algiers and Paris. This decision, as reported by Al Jazeera, came in response to France’s arrest of an Algerian consular official accused of involvement in the … Read more

In a dramatic turn of events, three Americans jailed over a failed coup in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have been repatriated to the United States to serve the remainder of their sentences, marking a significant moment in US-DR Congo relations. The story, which unfolded over the past week, highlights the complexities of international … Read more

In the skies over Kenya’s Rift Valley, a silent extinction looms. The continent’s vultures, long misunderstood and vilified, are rapidly vanishing. With a dramatic 90% decline in populations across West, Central, and East Africa, conservationists are sounding the alarm: save the vultures, or risk ecological collapse. Recent reporting by the Associated Press outlines how these … Read more

Source: World Bank | Published: April 5, 2025 The World Bank has given the green light to an ambitious US$150 million IDA credit for Tanzania’s Resilient Natural Resource Action Plan. This critical project, spearheaded by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism (MNRT), represents a significant step forward in Africa’s fight against climate change and … Read more

In the quiet coastal breeze of Mombasa, a storm was brewing—not of wind or water, but of ideas, urgency, and digital-age threats. At the heart of the Mashariki Cooperation Conference, African intelligence leaders gathered under one banner: unity in the face of disruption. This wasn’t just a political summit—it was a strategic alarm bell for … Read more

Pitching Dreams, Catching Jobs Imagine 840 million African youth—yep, 840 million—strutting into the job game, ideas popping like popcorn, ready to turn Africa into a startup playground. That’s the scene, and PowerAfrika at powerafrika.com is cheering from the front row! Every year, 12 million youth chase jobs, but only 3 million gigs wave back—9 million … Read more

Sunshine and Smiles: Africa’s Youth Light Up Picture this: 840 million African youth—yep, 840 million—bouncing into the job scene, shades on, grins wide, ready to flip the switch on a solar-powered future. That’s not just a daydream—it’s happening, and PowerAfrika at powerafrika.com is here for it. Every year, 12 million youth hunt for jobs, but … Read more

The Pulse of 840 Million Africa’s got 1.4 billion souls, and 840 million—60%—are youth under 25. That’s not a stat; it’s a tidal wave. Every year, 12 million hit the job market, but only 3 million formal gigs pop up—Brookings says it’s a crisis, but PowerAfrika sees a forge. The word became flesh when these … Read more

The Breakdown from Businessday NG Innocent Odoh’s “AltSchool Africa Introduces AI for 10M Africans Initiative to Drive AI Adoption” hit Businessday NG on March 26, 2025, at 16:06 PDT, and it’s a seismic move. From its base in Lagos, Nigeria, AltSchool Africa’s launching a beast of a plan: free and paid AI education for 10 … Read more

The Scoop from AP News In “Mali Embraces Solar Power for Rural Areas but the Challenges Are Still Vast,” Ousseini Tassembedo and Michael Phillis (AP News, March 26, 2025) shine a light on Karan, a Mali border village of 3,000, buzzing to life thanks to a solar plant. Since 2021, WeLight’s mini-grid—dozens of panels and … Read more

Summary from Rest of World Carlos Mureithi’s “Nvidia and Zimbabwean Billionaire Strive Masiyiwa’s Cassava to Build AI Factory in Africa,” out March 24, 2025, on Rest of World, unveils a game-changer: Cassava Technologies, led by Zimbabwe’s Strive Masiyiwa, is partnering with Nvidia to launch Africa’s first AI factory. Kicking off in South Africa by June … Read more

Summary from KT PRESS KT PRESS’s “Africa Moves To Abandon Colonial Teaching Method For Continents’ Doctors,” posted March 26, 2025, captures the heat from the inaugural Medical Education Africa Conference in Kigali, held March 24-25. Experts, led by Professor Dr. Senait Fisseha, demanded a gutting of colonial-era medical training—stiff, outdated, and foreign—to tackle Africa’s healthcare … Read more

Summary from Brookings Institution Louise Fox’s “Are Africa’s Youth’s Aspirations a Double-Edged Sword?”—part of Brookings’ Foresight Africa 2025-2030 report, out March 25, 2025—digs into the tricky dance of Africa’s youth ambitions. Fox, a development economist, says youth (15-24) are in a transition—experimenting, learning employability skills (technical and behavioral), and figuring out what work vibes with … Read more

Summary from Big News Network Big News Network’s March 25, 2025, piece, “Russian Spy Chief Calls Out Western Neocolonialism in Africa,” pulls from RT and spotlights Sergey Naryshkin, Russia’s Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) Director, slamming Britain, Belgium, and France for “unrestrained exploitation” of Africa. Speaking at a Moscow roundtable hosted by the Russian Historical Society … Read more

Summary from Travel And Tour World Binoy Bipul’s “Morocco and Ghana’s Landmark New Visa Waiver Agreement to Revolutionize Travel, Tourism Growth and Economic Opportunities,” published March 24, 2025, on Travel And Tour World, drops a unity bomb: Ghana and Morocco are axing visas for all travelers between them. Ghana’s Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa sealed … Read more

Summary from Reuters Reuters’ Sofia Christensen nailed it on March 24, 2025, with “Angola to End East Congo Conflict Mediation Role, Presidency Says.” Angola’s bowing out of peace talks between Congo and Rwanda’s M23 rebels after a Walikale ceasefire tanked. M23, Tutsi-led and Rwanda-backed (they deny it), snatched Goma and Bukavu—eastern Congo’s big dogs—this year, … Read more

It’s March 25, 2025, and Colette Braeckman’s March 24 piece in PressReader, “Good Riddance: The Belgium-Rwanda Discord in Perspective,” has us fired up. Rwanda’s slicing ties with Belgium, and PowerAfrika at powerafrika.com is here to cheer it on—building a million-dollar hub where Africa’s boldest minds smash neocolonial shackles, reconstructing the continent mentally, spiritually, economically, physically, … Read more

Detailed Summary from The Business & Financial Times PaJohn Dadson’s March 23, 2025, article in The Business & Financial Times, “What Happened to Africa?: Reparations summit reconvenes to construct a more accurate African-centred narrative of our history,” spotlights Accra Summit II, kicking off March 26-28, 2025, at Big Blue Resort in Nyanyanor, Ghana. Building on … Read more

Detailed Summary from Modern Ghana Karl-Heinz Heerde’s “African Madness: Power Outages,” dropped March 23, 2025, in Modern Ghana, hits hard on Ghana’s “Dumsor” plague—those maddening power cuts that just won’t quit. Heerde spotlights Ghana’s Nuclear Power Agency flirting with atomic fixes for a grid that’s been a mess since the 2014-2015 blackout bonanza under Mahama. … Read more

It’s 11:37 AM PDT on Sunday, March 23, 2025, and the tech winds are blowing strong across the continent, as spotlighted by iAfrica in their March 22 piece, “Africa’s Tech Boom: Innovation Grows Despite Funding and Infrastructure Hurdles.” From Lagos to Nairobi to Cape Town, Africa’s tech scene is popping off, drawing global eyes even … Read more

Picture a massive, living shield stretching across Africa—11 countries wide, 8,000 kilometers long, and 15 kilometers thick. That’s the Great Green Wall, an audacious plan to fight desertification, poverty, and climate chaos in the Sahel, a semi-arid belt hugging the Sahara’s southern edge. Launched in 2007 by the African Union (AU), it’s not a literal … Read more

It’s 10:04 AM PDT on Sunday, March 23, 2025, and a seismic shift is rippling through North Africa, courtesy of a fresh scoop from The New Arab. Tunisia has yanked itself out of the African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights, slamming the door on its citizens’ and NGOs’ ability to petition this AU-backed judicial … Read more

It’s 8:59 AM PDT on Sunday, March 23, 2025, and Africa’s energy scene is buzzing with a hot scoop from The Citizen Tanzania. Tanzania’s state-owned Tanesco and Zambia’s private Kanona Electric Company are hashing out a landmark electricity sale deal that could beam Tanzania’s power to Zambia—and maybe beyond. Announced March 22, 2025, these early … Read more

Detailed Summary from Peaceau.org On March 6, 2025, the African Union’s Peace and Security Council (PSC) held its 1263rd meeting in Addis Ababa, dropping a communiqué that’s all about Climate Change: Challenges to Peace and Security in Africa. This wasn’t just another suit-filled room—the PSC, chaired by Burundi’s Ambassador Willy Nyamitwe (rotating monthly), brought the … Read more

Title: Seeking Passionate Project Liaison in Ghana for PowerAfrika’s Solar Mission Location: Based in or near Asarekrom, Ashanti Region, Ghana Type: Per-Assignment Basis (Non-Regular Pay) Contact: Email [email protected] with “PowerAfrika Liaison” in the subject line Who We Are: PowerAfrika is more than a project—it’s a movement to rebuild Africa, starting with a $50k solar microgrid … Read more

Lagos might drown by 2100 (https://powerafrika.com/will-lagos-survive-2100-rising-seas-threaten-africas-coastal-giant/), but Asarekrom, Ghana, lights up tomorrow—March 22, 2025—via PowerAfrika’s $50,000 Indiegogo solar microgrid. Small? Sure. Small-minded? Never. This village of 800 is Africa’s reconstruction blueprint—mental, spiritual, economic—one solar panel at a time. PowerAfrika’s betting big on little wins—here’s why solar’s the spark to rebuild a continent. Small Starts, Big … Read more

Africa’s rural heartbeat thumps strong in Asarekrom, Ghana—a village of 800 souls, 220 km from Accra, where cocoa farmers grind and kids dream under flickering kerosene lanterns. But here’s the kicker: 60% live off-grid in 2025, choking on fumes while the world zooms ahead. PowerAfrika’s stepping up with a $50,000 solar microgrid on Indiegogo, launching … Read more

Lagos, Nigeria’s bustling megacity, might not make it to 2100—at least not as we know it. Scientists are ringing alarm bells, warning that rising sea levels, fueled by the climate crisis, could swallow this coastal titan whole. Canary dropped this bombshell on March 20, 2025, spotlighting how Africa’s urban coastal hubs face a watery reckoning, … Read more

The African Union (AU) has thrown its weight behind a pivotal moment for Eastern Congo—labeling the Doha meeting between DR Congo’s Félix Tshisekedi and Rwanda’s Paul Kagame a “step towards peace.” Hosted by Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani on March 18, 2025, this trilateral powwow—detailed by SoftPower News—marks the first face-to-face since … Read more

South Africa’s rooftop solar revolution is surging, but a BusinessTech article from March 19, 2025, issues a stark warning to South African homeowners who want to install rooftop solar. The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) reported a 67% climb in off-grid generation registrations in 2024, following a doubling in 2023, as renewable energy … Read more

Africa’s energy self-sufficiency is surging forward, propelled by its growing energy storage capacity, as highlighted in a recent Polity.org article dated March 18, 2025. The piece underscores how renewable energy storage systems are driving electricity access expansion across the continent, marking a pivotal shift toward sustainable development and economic empowerment. At PowerAfrika, we’re not just … Read more

Niger’s junta has ignited a firestorm of African sovereignty, announcing its withdrawal from the International Organization of La Francophonie (OIF) on March 17, 2025, as reported by AL24 News. Alongside Burkina Faso and Mali, this bold move shatters neo-colonial grip, thrusting self-reliance and continental unity into the spotlight. PowerAfrika, the meeting place of the mind, … Read more

The African Union (AU) is sounding a clarion call for trade transformation, urging swift action to dismantle limitations hindering the trade area, as detailed in a Prensa Latina report from Addis Ababa on March 18, 2025. At the 57th session of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) in Ethiopia’s capital, AU leaders pressed … Read more

Canada’s economic future hinges on bold diversification, and African markets offer a powerful pathway to shatter its dependence on the U.S., according to an opinion piece in the Montreal Gazette on March 19, 2025. With 90% of Canada’s exports flowing south—$400 billion annually—fluctuations in U.S. policy leave Ottawa vulnerable. At PowerAfrika, we see this as … Read more

The dawn of Africa’s energy sovereignty is upon us, and the Africa Energy Bank (AEB) is poised to lead the charge. With fossil fuel investments in decline and global energy dynamics shifting, the AEB’s $120 billion plan represents more than just financing—it is a bold step toward economic liberation and sustainable development across the continent. … Read more

Africa’s intellectual awakening has arrived, and PowerAfrika emerges as the meeting place of the mind—a digital forge where transformation fuels African sovereignty. On March 17, 2025, TimesLIVE reported the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) groundbreaking decision to elevate isiXhosa as an official language, a bold stride toward decolonization. This is no mere headline; it’s a … Read more

On March 17, 2025, the University of Cape Town (UCT) took a groundbreaking leap toward multilingualism and inclusivity, officially designating isiXhosa as one of its core languages alongside English and Afrikaans. As reported by TimesLIVE, this landmark decision, rooted in a revised language policy approved in December 2024, integrates African indigenous languages into teaching, learning, … Read more

On March 17, 2025, Rwanda delivered a seismic blow to its historical ties with Belgium, severing diplomatic relations and expelling Belgian diplomats within 48 hours. In a fiery statement, Rwanda’s foreign ministry accused Belgium of “neo-colonial delusions,” citing “lies and manipulation” in a bold rejection of Brussels’ interference. This dramatic move, reported by outlets like … Read more

In South Africa, a quiet revolution is underway as solar and water tank adopters challenge the status quo, forcing the government to rethink its approach to energy and water provision. According to a recent Mail & Guardian article, citizens are increasingly turning to private solutions like solar panels and boreholes, driven by decades of municipal … Read more

Education isn’t just about books—it’s the pulse of African sovereignty, a tool to reclaim our personality and build resilient communities. At PowerAfrika, we see education as the cornerstone of self-reliance, weaving together cultural pride and modern innovation to shape a future where Africa thrives on its own terms. From classrooms lit by solar power to … Read more

A few years ago, PowerAfrika began as a bold vision—to celebrate the African personality, restore sovereignty, and empower communities through self-reliance. Today, it’s evolving into a movement driven by people who believe in Africa’s boundless potential. PowerAfrika goes beyond renewable energy; it’s a vibrant celebration of African heritage, culture, and resilience. In its early stages … Read more

Solar power is not just an energy source; it’s a beacon of hope for millions in Africa. With the continent boasting a staggering solar potential of 1 million terawatt-hours annually (IRENA, 2024), the promise of ending energy poverty is tantalizingly close. Yet, 590 million Africans still live without electricity, a glaring challenge that renewable energy … Read more

In recent years, Africa has been grappling with an escalating crisis: the impact of climate change-induced flooding on public health. The Healthy Africans Platform and the National University of Lesotho’s recent study shed light on how these floods are not only causing immediate destruction but also leading to a surge in water-related diseases and malnutrition … Read more

Africa’s energy landscape stands at a crossroads, as NJ Ayuk of the African Energy Chamber asserts in his bold piece, “Dig Baby Dig.” While the world races toward net-zero emissions, coal remains a linchpin in Africa’s energy sector, particularly in South Africa, where it fuels 70% of power generation and supports nearly 93,000 jobs. This … Read more

Ghana’s journey as a nation is shadowed by a troubling lack of objective history, a point sharply raised by Professor Ernest Kofi Abotsi in a recent Ghana Web feature. This historical dishonesty, rooted in pre-independence rivalries, continues to fuel self-deceit and dishonesty, undermining the nation’s ability to confront its past and build a unified future. … Read more

In recent years, Africa has been grappling with an escalating crisis: the impact of climate change-induced flooding on public health. The Healthy Africans Platform and the National University of Lesotho’s recent study shed light on how these floods are not only causing immediate destruction but also leading to a surge in water-related diseases and malnutrition … Read more

Accra ignites March 17-20, 2025, hosting the 2nd Global Congress on New and Emerging Genetic Biocontrol Technologies—150+ experts, from scientists to health warriors, converging to slay malaria’s mosquitoes with technological advancement. The African Genetic Biocontrol Consortium drives this, building on Nairobi’s 2023 kickoff, wielding gene drives and Wolbachia to gut vector-borne diseases. It’s Agenda 2063 … Read more

France teeters on Africa’s back—$500 billion flows yearly from the continent, a lifeline masked as legacy while neocolonialism chains 14 West African nations to the CFA franc, siphoning reserves to Paris. Niger’s uranium fuels 70% of French reactors (IRIN, 2024); Mali’s gold gilds their banks—exploitation in plain sight. A $62 trillion colonial theft (Debt Justice) … Read more

Africa stands at a pivotal moment as the 2024-2025 COPs—COP29 (climate), UNCCD COP16 (desertification), and CBD COP16 (biodiversity)—deliver mixed outcomes, per the Mo Ibrahim Foundation’s March 13 ReliefWeb analysis. Climate change rages, with COP29 in Baku securing a $300 billion annual climate finance pledge by 2035—yet it’s a fraction of Africa’s $1.6-1.9 trillion need by … Read more

From February 16-20, 2025, southern Botswana and eastern South Africa drowned under a deluge—unusually heavy rainfall that claimed 31 lives, flooded cities, and displaced thousands. In Botswana alone, nearly 5,500 people felt the sting, with over 2,000 evacuated, per government tallies. A rapid study by the World Weather Attribution (WWA) pins this chaos on two … Read more

In East Africa’s restless heart, a new beat thumps—ten startups rise in 2025, crowned by Tech In Africa’s March 11 watchlist, with Lami’s insurance blaze cutting deepest. Born in Kenya’s tech crucible, Lami rewires a continent where 97% dodge insurance’s net (Accion Venture Lab, 2025), wielding APIs and partnerships to sling coverage like a lifeline. … Read more

Beneath Africa’s vast skies, a storm brews—not just of wind, but of climate extremes that grip millions in a vise of heat and ruin. Open Access Government, March 11, 2025, rings the bell: the IPCC’s 2021 warning unfurls—extreme weather events, fierce cocktails of heatwaves, humidity, torrential rainfall, and droughts, stalk the continent’s soul. From West … Read more

Africa’s pulse trembles—Mt Kilimanjaro’s ice fades fast, a golden crown melting under a dark climate fist, threatening 54 nations, 3000 beats. March 10, 2025: Daily Nation sounds the alarm—UNESCO’s Sh1 billion ($8 million) intervention, launched by Director-General Audrey Azoulay on March 7 with Tanzania’s Samia Suluhu, races to save East Africa’s iconic peak. X’s @NationAfrica … Read more

Africa’s pulse jolts alive—China’s tech thread weaves a golden wire through 54 nations, 3000 beats, trade tightening in its grip. March 10, 2025: Alwihda Info flags the fourth China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo, June’s horizon—Kenya’s Rebecca Miano pitches win-win, X’s @DGAfrica_MFA (March 9) declares: “Digital Africa’s no paper dream.” This isn’t a deal—it’s a rewiring: … Read more

Date: March 9, 2025 Africa’s pulse beats hard—54 nations, 1.4 billion lives, a rhythm echoing from Cairo to Cape Town. But in March 2025, that pulse stumbles—floods sweep Kenyan villages, Sahel droughts crack the earth, 600 million of us sit in the dark. The world’s buzzing about climate change—meetings, money, markets—and Africa’s caught in the … Read more

Introduction On 24 February 1966, Ghana’s heart stopped beating. In a single, ruthless stroke, Emmanuel Kotoka’s military coup shattered a nation’s dreams, toppling Kwame Nkrumah—the visionary who had lifted Ghana to dazzling heights since independence in 1957. Overnight, pride turned to ash, hope to despair, as Kotoka’s betrayal ripped through the fabric of a united … Read more

Introduction On 24 February 1966, Ghana’s trajectory as a beacon of African independence was violently disrupted. The military coup, led by Lieutenant-General Emmanuel Kwasi Kotoka, toppled Kwame Nkrumah—Ghana’s visionary first president—and plunged the nation into a spiral of instability that haunts it still. Before 1966, Ghana thrived under Nkrumah’s ambitious leadership: a robust economy fuelled … Read more

IntroductionOn 6 March 1957, Ghana blazed a trail as sub-Saharan Africa’s first nation to cast off colonial chains, heralding a new dawn under Kwame Nkrumah’s resolute leadership. This was no mere transition—it was a seismic shift, a declaration of African agency that reverberated across the continent. From 1957 to 1966, Nkrumah forged Ghana into a … Read more

Dear Students of Ghana, I write to you not as a mere observer of history, but as a fellow Ghanaian deeply concerned about the trajectory of our great nation. Today, I urge you to reflect on a matter of grave importance—one that concerns the very identity of our country and the dignity of its people. … Read more

Fellow Ghanaians and Advocates of Justice, On February 24, 2025, Democracy Hub, in collaboration with the Convention People’s Party (CPP), filed a lawsuit at the Supreme Court of Ghana, seeking the removal of “Kotoka” from our International Airport’s name. This legal action underscores a collective desire to rectify historical injustices and align our national symbols … Read more

February 26, 2025 To the Honourable Members of ParliamentThe Parliament House of GhanaOsu-Klotey, AccraGhana Subject: An Open Letter Demanding the Immediate Renaming of Kotoka International Airport Honourable Speaker and Esteemed Members of Parliament, I write to you today with a heart burdened by sorrow and a spirit ignited by an unwavering resolve—a resolve that stems … Read more

Today, February 24, 2025, Ghana weeps silently—59 years since a coup tore its soul apart. Two men stand as shadows in this tale: Jacob Wilson Sey, a forgotten colossus who cradled our land, and Emmanuel Kwasi Kotoka, the soldier who plunged it into darkness. One built Ghana with gold and grit; the other broke it … Read more

His Excellency John Dramani MahamaPresident of the Republic of GhanaJubilee HouseAccra, Ghana 24th February 2025 Subject: A Plea to Rename Kotoka International Airport—A Cry for Ghana’s Soul Your Excellency, Today, the 24th of February, marks fifty-nine years since Ghana’s heart was pierced by the cruel blade of betrayal. On this day in 1966, a handful … Read more

In the northern Ghanaian city of Tamale, a young man slumps against a wall, eyes barely open, clutching a green packet labeled “Tafrodol.” Hundreds of miles away, in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, a mother watches her teenage son stumble home, dazed from mixing the same drug with a cheap energy drink. These haunting images, captured by … Read more

Ghana’s story blends pride with betrayal, a history of resilience shadowed by moments of upheaval. Since February 24, 1966, when Kwame Nkrumah, the nation’s first president, was ousted in a coup that ended the First Republic, a pattern of power grabs has marked the country. These events—some successful, others stopped short—have disrupted Ghana’s peace and … Read more

In Ghana, the path to riches and renown doesn’t wind through hard work, ingenuity, or service—it barrels straight through the chaos of a coup. Emmanuel Kwasi Kotoka and Jerry John Rawlings stand as towering testaments to this twisted truth, their names etched into the nation’s psyche not for building but for breaking. Since 1969, Kotoka’s … Read more

Ghana stands at a pivotal moment in its history. As the nation continues to redefine its identity and strive for progress, it is time to confront a legacy that many believe continues to undermine the country’s potential. Accra’s premier gateway, currently known as Kotoka International Airport, bears a name that evokes a past of betrayal … Read more

The evolution of the conflict in eastern Congo is a complex narrative that spans decades, shaped by historical injustices, political manoeuvrings, and relentless economic interests. To understand the modern unrest, one must first examine the intermediate developments that followed the era of colonial domination. The story begins in the late 19th century when European colonial … Read more

The roots of the ongoing conflict in eastern Congo extend far into the past, tracing back to an era when European colonial powers redrew the map of Africa to suit their own ambitions. To understand the present situation, one must first appreciate the deep and lasting impact of colonialism on the region. In the late … Read more

In recent years, there has been an urgent call to reshape the educational system in Africa—a call that is both radical and necessary. For too long, the continent’s schools have been burdened by a colonial legacy that imposed a Eurocentric framework designed to suppress indigenous knowledge and diminish the rich cultural heritage of its peoples. … Read more

The word “democracy” derives from the ancient Greek dēmokratia, itself a compound of dēmos (meaning “people”) and kratos (meaning “power” or “rule”). In classical Athens, democracy signified a direct system of governance where citizens actively participated in decision-making. However, in modern practice, democracy has been diluted by layers of representation, institutional checks, and compromises that … Read more

Africa’s history is a rich tapestry woven with threads of communalism, shared identity, and collective responsibility. For centuries, societies across the continent thrived on interconnectedness, where the welfare of the individual was intrinsically linked to the well-being of the community. However, the advent of colonialism in the late 19th and early 20th centuries introduced a … Read more

In the vast, uncharted quantum realm before time itself was measured, there existed but one Great Voice—a unified, omnipresent vibration that pulsed through the primordial heart of Africa. This singular voice, known as Ubunifu (Creativity), was the original symphony of being—a boundless, uncollapsed field of infinite potential, where every nuance of sound shimmered in possibility. … Read more

Kwame Nkrumah’s immortal words still reverberate through the conscience of Africa: “The independence of Ghana is meaningless unless it is linked up with the total liberation of Africa.” This statement was not a mere political slogan but a call to action—a vision of a continent freed from the shackles of colonialism, imperialism, and economic subjugation. … Read more

In a world where the ritualistic trappings of organized belief are often venerated as the sole conduit to divine favor and eternal salvation, one must pause to ask a profound question: Is religion, with its carefully constructed dogmas and institutional ceremonies, truly the mechanism by which one secures a relationship with the Almighty? At the … Read more

Introduction The historical association of Christianity with European colonialism and the transatlantic slave trade has led to a complex relationship between Africans, African Americans, and the Christian faith. For many, Christianity is seen as the religion of the oppressor, a tool used to justify the exploitation and subjugation of African peoples. This perception has fueled … Read more

Introduction The relationship between Africa and Europe has been marked by a complex history of interaction, exploitation, and deception. From the early days of colonialism to the present, Africans have often been subjected to various forms of manipulation and deceit by European powers. This article explores the historical and contemporary dimensions of this deception, examining … Read more

A Multifaceted Exploration Inspired by Ghana A few years ago, while immersed in the vibrant chaos of Accra, I encountered an intriguing phenomenon that has since lingered in my thoughts. Amid the bustling tro-tro buses, animated taxis, and modest kiosks, a persistent question was etched into the urban fabric: “Who is free?” This enigmatic query, … Read more

Jerry John Rawlings, a towering figure in Ghana’s political landscape, remains a subject of intense debate and scrutiny. His journey from a charismatic military officer to a two-time head of state and finally, a democratically elected president, is a narrative marked by dramatic turns and profound implications for Ghana and beyond. To determine whether Rawlings … Read more

I Ras Gad Shangox, Published: February 7, 2025 The global landscape is shifting beneath our feet. Traditional Western powers, burdened by enormous debt and internal discord, are losing the unequivocal grip they once held on the world stage. In this era of transformation, the very foundations of international finance and geopolitical influence are being reconfigured. … Read more

In the wake of centuries of colonial subjugation and the ensuing cultural dislocation, modern Africa finds itself at a pivotal juncture—a moment that demands a re-articulation of identity, self-awareness, and a renewed embrace of Indigenous heritage. This essay endeavours to elucidate the multifarious dimensions of African identity in the post-colonial era, arguing that reclaiming a … Read more

Introduction: The Classroom and the Market Stall In a sunlit classroom in Kumasi, 12-year-old Ama hesitates as her teacher drills multiplication tables in English. Her voice trembles and her answers are fragmented. Yet, just hours later at her mother’s bustling plantain stall, Ama transforms completely. With the ease of native fluency in Twi, she calculates … Read more

How is it that, in a world where a handful of individuals control more wealth than half of humanity combined, billions continue to suffer in poverty? We live in an era of unprecedented abundance, where technology has dissolved many of the barriers to prosperity, yet deprivation remains the norm for vast swathes of the planet, … Read more

The story of Africa has been one of relentless struggle—against colonialism, exploitation, and now, the more insidious grip of neo-colonialism. For centuries, the continent has been stripped of its resources, its people dehumanised, and its cultures fragmented. Yet, amid these struggles, there is an untold story that could transform the future—not only for Africa but … Read more

We live in a world full of conflicts, both personal and collective. These conflicts arise in many forms—from disagreements with a colleague to painful memories of the past or long-standing family disputes. Often, we carry the weight of resentment and hurt, feeling justified because, after all, we believe we’ve been wronged. But what if this … Read more

In a world saturated with violence and constant conflict, defenselessness might appear to be a stance of helplessness, surrender, or even weakness. Our natural instincts push us toward self-preservation, to defend ourselves from any perceived threat. Yet throughout history, there have been individuals and groups who embraced defenselessness as a conscious moral choice. These figures … Read more

Imagine a classroom where children are taught to think, solve, and create in their native languages—where the young minds of Africa are no longer bound by the mental shackles of colonial languages, but instead, flourish in the richness of their own cultures. The time has come for Africa to reclaim its educational narrative by investing … Read more

The sun rose over Ghana on March 6, 1957, heralding a new dawn as the nation became the first in sub-Saharan Africa to break free from the shackles of colonial rule. The hope was palpable, and the aspirations for a future where Ghanaians could reclaim their identity, culture, and autonomy were high. But as the … Read more

Christianity has undergone a profound transformation across Africa over the past century, evolving into the continent’s predominant faith. As of 2023, approximately 631 million Africans identify as Christians, constituting nearly 49% of the population. This dramatic growth has been particularly pronounced in sub-Saharan Africa, where nations like Nigeria, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Ethiopia … Read more

In a world where success is often idolized as the ultimate goal, it is essential to pause and question its true meaning. What does it mean to succeed? Is it a necessity? And how does our understanding of success shape our reality? By deconstructing the concept of success, we uncover its deeply subjective nature and … Read more

Introduction The sun may have set on the age of empire, but the shadows of neo-colonialism loom large over Africa today. The tangible remnants of colonial rule, such as economic aid dependencies and political interference, are just the surface manifestations of a more profound and pervasive form of control. This control, subtle yet powerful, is … Read more

In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is often hailed as the future of efficiency, innovation, and growth. Yet, as we integrate AI into various facets of life and work, the importance of Emotional Intelligence (EI) becomes increasingly evident. While AI offers tools for automating tasks and analyzing data, EI provides the empathy, … Read more

Introduction: In the convoluted narrative of colonial legacies and neocolonial incursions, there exists a formidable force: awareness. Welcome to an incisive exploration of how heightened consciousness serves as the ultimate antidote to colonialist agendas. With PowerAfrika as our guide, we delve into the intricacies of imperial exploitation and the transformative power of knowledge.