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Six Masai warriors, in London to run the London Marathon for charity, give a difficult-to-believe interview with the Guardian: “I miss meat and blood … gulfstream/2424
“Why is Africa Still Poor?” (Book reviews.) gulfstream/1857
How to write about Africa: “Broad brushstrokes throughout are good. Avoid having the African characters laugh, or struggle to educate their kids, or … gulfstream/2000
Solid voting system in Gambia: voters drop marbles into metal drums, ringing a bell as they fall. You get your finger inked after voting, and after the … gulfstream/2167
The unfortunately named “(RED)” campaign for the Global Fund has raised just $18 million; up to $100 million is estimated to have been spent advertising … gulfstream/2253
African wildlife do their thing: herd of buffalo come across some lions and get set upon, baby buffalo gets knocked into a water-hole and gets fought over … gulfstream/2281
According to Mother Teresa, abortion is “the greatest destroyer of peace today”: “Many people are very, very concerned with the children … gulfstream/1316
“Africa and teamwork inspire me.” Street fashion from Helsinki. (I do genuinely like this, but there is also some quality amusement to be had. Another: … gulfstream/2012
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Granta: 'How to write about Africa' by Binyavanga Wainaina
The Times Online guest contributors Opinion
BBC NEWS | Africa | Gambians vote with their marbles
"The bell resembles a bicycle bell so bicycles are banned from around polling stations to avoid any confusion." great voting system!
Esquire:Feature Story:Three Things You Don't Know About Aids In Africa
