A decade ago, 276 girls were abducted from their school in the Nigerian town of Chibok, a kidnapping that shocked the world and sparked a global #BringBackOurGirls campaign. More than 180 have since either escaped or been freed. Lisu, which is not her real name, was one who escaped and now lives in group housing under state care. She feels she is being treated worse. “I do regret coming back.” Read more from the BBC: https://flip.it/.VJSUC
#News #WorldNews #Africa #Nigeria
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African AI workers, mostly from Kenya, released an open letter to Joe Biden this week asking him stop US tech companies from “systemically abusing and exploiting African workers” and to end the “modern day slavery” they’re subjected to.
https://www.wired.com/story/low-paid-humans-ai-biden-modern-day-slavery/
This matted print features a close-up of a majestic giraffe against a textured background. The giraffe's serene gaze and intricate markings are highlighted, capturing the essence of the African savannah. Perfect for nature and wildlife enthusiasts, the earthy tones and elegant matting enhance its natural beauty.
The Matted Art Print: https://rebeccaherranen.com/featured/giraffe-rebecca-herranen.html
#art #photography #photo #nature #buyintoart #africa #travel #wildlife #wallart #animals #giraffe #MastoArt #fediart
We've all been there:
Encountering a comment so mindnumbingly stupid, ignorant or indecent, maybe racist/ homophobic/ sexist/ etc that it's an act of superhuman grace to simply remain silent.
But stoic silence in the face of radioactive brain worms eats at your faith in humanity.
Well there is an alternative approach, to reaffirm your humanity:
Gleeful mocking.
The ignorant racism in question:
"wow #africa has wifi????"
And the delightfully sarcastic over-the-top response:
I just launched a new Gallery! The Drakensberg, South Africa. 🌍⛰️
This is the first time I'm sharing something like this to #Mastodon. I hope you all enjoy it :D
In March of 2024 I ventured with 5 others on the biggest trip of my life. Backpacking 🥾 a portion of South Africas mountains. We spent 6 days at 3000m asl photographing the landscape.
https://www.dyptrephotography.ca/Portfolio/The-Drakensberg-Portfolio/n-NF4C9w
#Mountains #LandscapePhotography #Fujifilm #Africa #SouthAfrica #Travel #Photography #GalleryArt #Gallery
#WHO Declares Global #Emergency Over New #Mpox #Outbreak
The epidemic is concentrated in the #DRCongo, but the #virus has now appeared in a dozen other countries in #Africa.
#PublicHealth #GlobalHealth #health #vaccinate
https://www.nytimes.com/2024/08/14/health/mpox-who-emergency-africa.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare&sgrp=c-cb
A close-up of a bull elephant from South Africa, showcasing the intricate texture of its rugged skin. The earthy tones and detailed wrinkles capture the majesty and wisdom of this magnificent creature, offering a powerful glimpse into the wild. Perfect for bringing a touch of nature's grandeur to any space.
Canvas ART Print: https://rhprintsco.etsy.com/listing/1520015582
#wildlife #photography #buyintoart #fineartphotography #art #nature #africa #elephants #MastoArt #wallart #giftideas #photo #WildlifeWednesday
A China-Africa summit in Beijing takes place as a continent slowly emerging from a series of defaults seeks to define its future cooperation with the Asian nation that partly fueled its debt binge and now faces its own economic headwinds. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/09/05/asia-pacific/politics/china-africa-summit-analysis/ #asiapacific #politics #china #africa #investments #debt
Wow!
‘Average life expectancy in Sub-Saharan Africa jumped from 56 years in 2010 to 61 years in 2023 thanks to progress made in the fight against HIV/AIDS, according to a global UN report.’
https://www.gavi.org/vaccineswork/hiv-progress-raises-life-expectancy-africa-un