CNN: Rebels with a cause: Botswana’s heavy metal heads – A hip culture is emerging in Botswana, reminiscent of the 1970s New Wave British heavy metal scene. However, these rockers groove in honor of their African roots. “Metal is a music about power, independence and freedom. That’s what I believe in – fighting for what you believe in no matter the consequences,” one of the musicians said. (Errol Barnett)
Financial Times: S Korea: time to turn to Africa? – As South Korea grows noticeably altered by their stalled economic growth, Korean conglomerates have begun to see Africa as a potential catalyst. While Korean-African economic relations remain low, a deal could still take time due to Africa’s continuing financial challenges. (Song Jung-a)
Huffington Post Impact: Opinion: Chronic Crisis in the Sahel Calls for a New Approach – As many in the Sahel continue their struggles to recover from the region’s “chronic crisis,” Nancy Lindborg, of the U.S. Agency for International Development, pleads that we “cannot and should not accept this course as inevitable.” She provides four key actions to bring change to Africa. (Nancy Lindborg)
AP: Nelson Mandela’s daughter Zenani becomes South Africa’s ambassador to Argentina – Zenani Mandela-Dlamini, Boston University graduate and daughter of former South African President Nelson Mandela, was named South Africa’s new ambassador to Argentina. Argentina’s government said her appointment represents “the importance of Argentina for the South African government.”
