There’s been a dearth of posts on this site, not because there’s nothing to write about, rather we’ve been consumed with growing pains behind the scenes. That’s always a good thing but doesn’t excuse a lack…
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NOTE OF CLARIFICATION: Just to clarify, while Grace gives varying answers on the video on how long it takes to put together that box of jewelry, it actually takes the women about 3 days to produce…
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Gay policy in Africa: Sovereign determination or aid interference?
January 26, 2010 Malawi Politics UgandaThis is my quick response to Jimmy Kainja’s thought-provoking post and comments discussion about gay rights in Africa and the role of donor organizations. The brouhaha over African gay litigation is simply overreaction to the very…
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With the Women of Kireka slowly gaining international fame in Europe (thanks to the efforts of Ida Horner pushing their wares), I thought a product shoot was in order so we could really show off some…
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Back in the summer of 2009, (Man! How time flies!) I had a chance to chat with Ida Horner via Skype for the first time after being virtually introduced via Twitter & Facebook. Ida is based…
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According to Prof. Kigozi, the value addition manufacturing sector can tap into a cheap labor force and stimulate the economy. It is certainly an area where the diaspora can target their $780 million in remittance dollars.…
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Diaspora at Work: Horner, Kayongo engage Women of Kireka
December 30, 2009 Diaspora at work International Development UgandaThis week finds me in Kampala, Uganda for the 3rd annual Diaspora Home is Best Summit. It’s been a gathering of some of the most visible Ugandan Diaspora in the West. Among them is my favorite…
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Diaspora at Work: African Repatriation website making it easier to be reaspora
December 18, 2009 Diaspora at workLiving in Nairobi, Kenya these last few weeks has given me an opportunity to meet with hordes of freshly returned diasporans who made the decision to move back home from their various locales around the world.…
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‘Africa 3.0: A look at the future of a connected Africa’ at SXSW Interactive 2010 in Austin, TX
December 1, 2009 Diaspora at work Events & ConferencesThis just in, my talk submitted for SXSW Interactive 2010, Africa 3.0: A Look at the Future of a Connected Africa, has been accepted. If you were looking for a good reason to attend the interactive…
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Uganda Investment Authority presents ‘Home is the Best III’ Diaspora Summit
November 30, 2009 Economy Events & Conferences UgandaIt is a common practice that many Ugandans in the Diaspora trek home to cerebrate the Christmas festivals with the families. Therefore this year’s Conference code named “Home is the Best Summit -3” will be held…
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