by Teakisi | Oct 13, 2015 | Education, Health
By Mahbuba Matovu October, the month for breast cancer awareness, is here. I must say, it took me a few good years to realize that breast cancer awareness month was more about educating the masses about the disease, and not about expanding my collection of pink...
by Teakisi | Oct 6, 2015 | Current Affairs, Development, Education, Empowerment
By Angela Semanda. “So you’re a feminist?”, a common, almost accusatory, question that I hear from time to time. To which I reply, “No- no, I better describe myself as a women’s woman. The truth is, I don’t want to be associated with those groups of women that...
by Teakisi | Sep 22, 2015 | Culture, Education, Empowerment, Family, Lifestyle
By Divine Muragijimana There is no better place to start than one’s mother when speaking of women who have inspired you. My mother, Marie Nizigiyimana, is probably one of the smartest women I have ever met. Yes, I know, most women would probably say the same about...
by Teakisi | Aug 14, 2015 | Culture, Development, Education, Food, Health, Travel
Article by Christelle Mekoh As a child in Cameroon, one of the things I loved most about growing up was the variety of fruits I was able to get, depending on the season. Rainy season meant juicy mangoes and guavas. Some fruits were only available in certain parts of...
by Teakisi | Mar 10, 2015 | Business, Current Affairs, Education, Empowerment
Article by Christelle Mekoh I was among many to be deeply touched by John Legend and Common performance of Glory from ‘’Selma’’ at the 2015 Oscars. In their acceptance speech, they made clear connections to riot movements around the world including Japan and France....
by Teakisi | Mar 3, 2015 | Culture, Current Affairs, Development, Education, Empowerment, Entertainment, Family, Fashion & Style
By Nellie Umutesi-Vigneron Dear Organizers, As any other social media addict, I was privy to the infamous video that came out of last year’s Miss Rwanda pageant. I am going to spare you the details of the video as I am sure you are well aware of its content. Like...
