Uganda bans female circumcision
Lets hope all Islamic states follow Uganda's lead, it is a barbaric practice that has nothing to do with Islamic teaching. Glad to see its now banned in Uganda. " The Ugandan parliament unanimously passed a bill...
Lost in translation
"My fourth visit to China in the last two years coincided with the celebrations on October 1, when China turned 60. A two-and-a-half-hour long, outdoor super-show was put up in Beijing. I watched this, together...
created by rumana husain | 10 wks ago | updated 10 wks ago
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166 views | 56 recommendations | 7 comments
Traditional Healers can Heal the Mind, as well as Body
Mental healthcare is critical to physical health and overall wellbeing, yet it is seriously neglected around the world - and especially in poorer countries. Often seen as a luxury for the wealthy or an indulgence...New Weapon Against Crime in the South
"New Weapon Against Crime in the SouthCrime in the South's fast-growing cities has a negative affect on economic development and social and community harmony. In Africa, with one fifth of the world's population,...Popular Characters Re-invent Traditional Carving
The popular cartoon characters from the long-running series The Simpsons are breathing new life into traditional African stone carvings. A traditional craft in many cultures, carving adds value to local...
Donkey Cart Race: One of the Many Faces of Karachi
Donkey cart races in Karachi have been an old tradition, a unique event/sport anchored in Lyari - a town in the city's old part with over half a million people living there - mostly impoverished. Scores of tiny...
created by rumana husain | 44 wks ago | updated 44 wks ago
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514 views | 47 recommendations | 2 comments
