Archive for September, 2009
Refugee Rights Activist MacGoddins Lushimba Tells His Story
Our friend MacGoddins Lushimba stopped by recently to record his story of leaving his country of DRC and the time he spent in a refugee camp in Namibia. He told us about the challenges he faced in the camp and why he became an advocate for refugee rights. Check out the video below: Refugee Rights [...]
African Fest Celebrates African Culture While Raising Funds for Sierra Leone
The African Culture Club and African Students Union at Auraria Campus hosted a celebration of African fashion, dance, and food this past weekend at the Tivoli Center. The African Fest featured poets Ralph Lazlo and Abstract, and a keynote address by Gatwec G. Dengpathot who shared his story of fleeing his country of Sudan. Once [...]
Humanitarian Greg Mortenson Helps Launch AfricAid's Kisa Project
“When I say I’m an African that confuses a lot of people in the U.S.,” joked Three Cups of Tea author Greg Mortenson, referring to his childhood in Tanzania. Perhaps best known for his work in Pakistan and Afghanistan, Mortenson said East Africa remains close to his heart. Mortenson was in Denver this week to [...]
Sudan Leadership Institute (LIONS) Opens Application Process
The Leadership Institute of New Sudan (LIONS) is now accepting applications for their first leadership course beginning this December. We interviewed LIONS Executive Director Mangar Amerdid back in December of 2008, so check out that video to learn a bit of what LIONS is about. And be sure to visit their website for more details [...]
Educate! Hosts Climb for Uganda
It was a cool, foggy Colorado morning that gave way to a moderate and sunshiny day perfect for hiking. The Climb for Uganda was organized by Boulder-based non-profit Educate!, an organization that works to support and educate socially responsible leaders in Uganda. Educate! currently works with 415 young Ugandan students guiding them through a rigorous [...]
This weekend: Shoes, pancakes, the devil and a mountain
Hey, whatcha doin this weekend? Not sure? Well, we’ve got a few ideas for you. Click the links below for full details, and be sure to check out our events page. Saturday, September 12 Denver Twestival to benefit Shoes for Connor 5pm at Cool River Cafe – 8000 E Belleview Ave # C10, Greenwood Village [...]
Ghanaian Association Channeling Culture for Humanitarian Ends
Words by George Bamu, Photos by Sean Voorhies and George Bamu If you have never been to Ghana, the recent Asanteman Association of Colorado coronation and swearing in ceremony for Nana Wiafe and Nana Adwoa Serwaa Ampem, king and queen and their sub chiefs for the local community, was a perfect occasion to discover the [...]
This Weekend: Asanteman Association Swearing in Ceremony and Kofi B Performance
Today and tomorrow the Asanteman Association of Colorado will host a two day fundraising event that will benefit Project CURE. Tonight will mark the swearing in ceremony of local chiefs Nana Wiafe Anane and Nana Serwaa Ampem as well as their sub-chiefs. Saturday’s event will feature musician Kofi B. from Ghana performing with the Kente [...]
Dancing Under the Setting Sun at Denver Presbytery
The weeklong series Walking with Africans, hosted by the Denver Presbytery, wrapped up with an evening of live music, dance instruction, refreshments and fun. The series of events were planned with help from George Bamu of Africa Agenda. Check out the Africa Agenda blog for more information.
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