Ken Menkhaus’s insights on Somalia
The situation in Somalia is, as it always is, extremely confusing. Headlines yesterday alternated between reports of fierce battles and reports that both sides were… Read More »Ken Menkhaus’s insights on Somalia
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Ethan Zuckerman’s online home, since 2003
My inspiring cousin
My cousin, Adam Zuckerman, was recently nominated for a remarkable honor – BeliefNet’s most inspiring person of 2006. The nomination recognizes the work he’s done… Read More »My inspiring cousin
Suggestions for an Africa reading list
I got a great question via email from a reader a couple of days ago, asking what books I’d recommend for a Christmas break reading… Read More »Suggestions for an Africa reading list
DiCaprio versus De Beers on Blood Diamonds
I won’t be rushing to the local movie theatre to see Blood Diamonds when it’s released tomorrow. That’s not because I’m scared off by the… Read More »DiCaprio versus De Beers on Blood Diamonds
UN peacekeepers in Somalia – is that a good thing?
John Bolton’s on his way out the door at the UN, but before he’s little more than a much-maligned, mustachio’d memory, he’s pushing a new… Read More »UN peacekeepers in Somalia – is that a good thing?
TED Africa – Apply for a scholarship!
I was in NYC Wednesday night for the launch of the TED Africa conference. TED is a long-running technology conference, usually held in Monterrey, California,… Read More »TED Africa – Apply for a scholarship!