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It is a cliché amongst many observers of Africa that the continent is broken. Indeed, human rights violations, civil wars, and problematic governance all pose serious challenges for much of Africa. But according to Dr. Joyce Banda, the story of Africa is n ...


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Transforming health care in Africa is a complicated proposal for many reasons, not least of which is the deep rooted problem of HIV/AIDS. Few countries have been hit as hard as Kenya which now has among the lowest life expectancy in the world. While many ...


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Join us for a reception, screening, and discussion of the new HBO film, Mary and Martha —a drama that depicts the journey of two mothers who bond over the mutual loss of their sons to malaria. Starring Hilary Swank and Brenda Blethyn, this film explores th ...


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Somalia has been considered the world’s most failed state for over two decades. Corruption, terrorism, oppression, and starvation have caused the country to implode. Western aid, both financial and military, has been unable to provide much relief. When bas ...


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Anonymous's blog rasoa.jpg This post by senior fellow Roger Thurow originally appeared on the Outrage and Inspire blog. We’re excited to announce the launch of a new multi-part film series on Roger Thurow’s  The Last Hunger Season. Now through Octobe ...


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Containing seven of the world’s ten fastest growing economies, the African continent is rapidly becoming an important player in the global economy and international security. While sub-Saharan Africa in particular remains largely under the radar in America ...


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Anonymous's blog This post by senior fellow Roger Thurow originally appeared on the Outrage and Inspire blog.  We’re excited to announce the launch of a new multi-part film series on Roger Thurow’s The Last Hunger Season. Now through October 16—coinc ...


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Anonymous's blog This post originally appeared on the Outrage and Inspire blog. We’re excited to announce the launch of a new multi-part film series on Roger Thurow’s The Last Hunger Season. Now through October 16—coinciding with World Food Day 2014— ...


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Anonymous's blog This post by senior fellow Roger Thurow originally appeared on the Outrage and Inspire blog.  We’re excited to announce the launch of a new multi-part film series on Roger Thurow’s The Last Hunger Season. Now through October 16—coinc ...