I was recently watching a documentary that addressed lesbianism in one of the townships in South Africa. I was shocked by the conviction of the young men, as they boldly looked into the camera, declaring that the only way to “cure” lesbianism is to make the women have sex with the men. RAPE! is basically what they were prescribing as a "solution" to lesbianism. They described lesbianism as unnatural and a means of undermining/emasculating the men.
Fellowship for African Women
There is a call for applications from African women interested in peace, security and development studies. Click on the link below for futher details. Please note that the deadline (31st March, 2010).
Who is the "Devil" in this.....
Niger’s political crisis has recently made headlines regionally and internationally. When I saw the “Breaking News” as dramatically presented in one of the international news stations, I became puzzled as to why such a country with one of the highest poverty rates, would be in such a mess with the presence of sought after minerals like uranium, which with good leadership can be used to develop the country. Or is this the Afrikan way?
Talking about Access to Education
I recently came across the following articles that got me thinking about education in Africa.
When the private clashes with the public
Discussions on sexual relations are mostly relegated to the private in most Africa communities. But just how private is sex?
The Basics In Leadership
Whenever I am applying for jobs, I make it my duty to understand the basics which includes, my duties, as well as who I am supposed to report to. If I get called to an interview, and when going through job orientation (if hired), it is important for me to know my duties and responsibilities and more importantly the power I have. This ensures efficiency and effectiveness. Lack of the above leads to the kind of mess Kenya is in today.
On Womanhood and Statues
I am back, this time with a promise to myself to be more consistent.
2009 was a time of reflection for me. I embarked on a journey blindly, and as I crawled, walked, run, swam and flew, to save as well as discover myself, never having a moment to catch my breath, I became painfully aware of my weaknesses. I was up there on the scale with countries like Somalia and Zimbabwe.
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