Monthly Archives: September 2011

“Illiteracy is not a stumbling block,” Feijia declares

The perception of many elites, especially in sub-saharan Africa, is that people cannot contribute positively to any development program if they have not been formally educated. Even though millions of people have various talents and could contribute to the development … Continue reading

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Announcing Fambul Tok’s European Premiere!

We are thrilled to announce that Fambul Tok will have its European Premiere at the Raindance Film Festival on September 29, 2011 at 4:30PM, at the Apollo Piccadilly Circus theater. Producer Libby Hoffman will be on hand for Q&A following … Continue reading

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“We intend to support our children”…Peace Mothers

Women’s groups (called Peace Mothers) in various sections in Koinadugu district have decided to use the profits from their work to assist their communities’ children, especially to support them attending schools. This determination is a way of contributing in their … Continue reading

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