Emancipating ourselves
www.yaawdmedia.com www.yardabraawd.com On 1 August 2021, Jamaica marks 183 years since the full abolition of Negro slavery in the Caribbean archipelago and…
Fight against principalities and powers and not criminals
In an address at a church gathering on 6 January this year Prime Minister Andrew Holness invited the church to partner with the government to…
Music and dance in Burkina Faso
Music and dance are an inextricable part of African culture and identity. In many African societies, music and dance play significant roles in religious and…
The true cost of a Nigerian funeral
Nigerian funerals are deeply rooted in tradition and perpetuated by culture. If you have ever experienced a Nigerian funeral, you will know it is a…
Promoting research and innovation in a post-COVID-19 era
The development and diffusion of knowledge, new technologies and innovations are drivers of inclusive, prosperous and innovative societies resilient to climate change. Knowledge and skills…
Jamaica’s COVID-19 management debacle
www.yaawdmedia.com www.yardabraawd.com One year ago, Jamaica was the centre of attention of the international community for its execution of COVID-19 protocols and…
Who needs the break
I grew up in a large family. I am the last of eight siblings. I can remember that when I was, maybe five or six…
The fight against killer alcohol in Burkina Faso
Every society relies on its work force for growth. Consequently, a healthy youth population is fundamental to the development of a society. Alcoholism in general…
The assassination of Haiti’s Moise, shocking, but not surprising – Part 2
www.yaawdmedia.com www.yardabraawd.com When a devastating earthquake flattened much of Haiti in 2010, the disaster was seen as an opportunity to resuscitate the…
‘Archaic’ rules and contemporary predicaments
Three weeks ago, American sprinter Sha’Carrie Richardson was one of the frontrunners to challenge the 100m gold at this year’s Tokyo Olympic Games. However, for…