January 2019 has been mostly an optimistic and promising start to the year. What was there to celebrate?
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RERUM NOVARUM (ON THE CONDITION OF WORKERS): 1891 Encyclical by Pope Leo XIII
INTRODUCTION The nineteenth century AD was a time of momentous political and economic upheaval in Europe. Politically, the French Revolution of the late eighteenth century proclaimed a new political dispensation of freedom, equality and brotherhood that drove many citizens of France and other European countries to question the nature of the relationships they had with […]
INNOVATION TOWARDS THE AFRICAN REVOLUTION: LOOKING BACK AT 2018
2018 was a great year for innovation in Africa. The transformation of the continent is being carried out by Africans who have the courage to do things differently, often reaping rewards for their effort. It is not easy to keep up with all the rapid changes taking place on the continent. Below are four innovations […]
TAKING AMILCAR TO THE WORKPLACE
How do we remember our heroes in Africa? Oral tradition, the written word, audio and video recordings, memorials, monuments… These have all been used. But how do we remember those that the state makes effort to forget?
MASS ETIQUETTE: DO’S AND DONT’S
Punctuality – try to arrive in the main sanctuary at least ten minutes before the Mass begins, so that you can gain composure, say a short prayer and prepare your mind and heart for the Mass; if you are late because of unavoidable circumstances then sit in the back to minimize disruption. Eucharistic Fast – […]