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I often ponder why some individuals fail to acknowledge their status as public figures. Being a public figure goes beyond just being in the spotlight or achieving something extraordinary. Even providing services to a large audience qualifies as a form of public service. The crucial distinction lies in the fact that while they may only see a few faces, countless …

Celebrating without love is like a tree without roots – it just doesn’t work. You can’t just think about yourself when you’re having a good time, you gotta think about others too. Love should be at the heart of everything we do, pushing us forward and keeping us going when things get tough. During religious celebrations, people often go out …

I once had a profound conversation with a prominent figure in the media space whose words have left an indelible mark on me. At the time, being in my tertiary education, I believed I could freely make any choices I wanted. However, his insights challenged my perspective and offered a fresh, impactful outlook that resonated not just with me but …

By: Don Pax Can a leopard change its spots? Let alone the rainbow alter its colors. Each color is a vital part of the lively bow, fusing like a dream together to create something truly wonderful. So, we too must embrace our unique qualities, for it is in our diversity that we find strength. Blood may be thicker than water, …

By: Belaar Jacqueline Have you ever stopped to think about what would happen if tomorrow never comes? We all get caught up in the hustle and bustle of life, preparing for the holidays, buying new clothes and gifts, and making plans for the future. But do we ever stop to think about what would happen if our tomorrow never arrives? …

By: Don Pax We walk among them in flowing habits. We, the supposed bearers of sacred light. Our garments catch the morning sun as we walk through the neighborhood and scroll through phones, turning heads and portraying respectful glances. But beneath the carefully covered habits, what remains of the ancient fire? Where is the trembling awe that once brought holy …

By: Don Pax Adapting to a Changing Board In chess, strategies evolve as the game progresses. Similarly, African communities must adapt to changing global dynamics while retaining their essential character. Current challenge Climate change presents a shifting “board” for many African communities. In the Sahel region, traditional herders are adopting age-old practices to cope with increasing desertification, showcasing the resilience …

By: Don Pax Bishops: Custodians of Wisdom and Expertise Bishops move diagonally, maintaining their original color. They represent our specialists, traditional leaders, and keepers of ancestral knowledge. Example: In Mali, the Dogon people’s spiritual leaders continue to preserve ancestral knowledge that has been passed down for centuries, paralleling the bishop’s consistent path. Contemporary challenge: As modernization spreads, there’s a growing …

By: Don Pax In the diverse landscape of Africa, where community stands as the bedrock of society, we find an insightful parallel in the ancient game of chess. This strategic board game, though not indigenous to the continent, offers a profound metaphor for understanding the complex diversity of African social structures. As we explore this analogy, we will discover how …

By: SKIMS Implications of Man as Superior The quote, “Of all things the measure is Man, of the things that are, that they are, and of the things that are not, that they are not,” by the Ancient Greek sophist Protagoras, has often been linked to moral relativism. However, it can also be viewed optimistically as affirming that humans are …