In this episode, Ubuntu is excited to present to you a conversation with two incredible women, Mercy Erhiawarien and Idara Ikafia, from Heritage Africa. In honor of Women's History Month, take a listen as your favorite squad dives deep into discussions on girls and women on the continent of Africa, how men can be better allies, and what we can all learn from incredible African women around the world. Also, get updates around how the COVID-19 pandemic is taking shape across Africa. For more learning:
Africa in the News:
South Africa: 'National State of Disaster,' President Says https://www.voanews.com/science-health/coronavirus-outbreak/south-africa-national-state-disaster-president-says
Ethiopia: EthioTelecom's Awareness Campaign https://twitter.com/lia_tadesse/status/1241683825509445634
Covid-19: How will the coronavirus affect Africa's economy? - BBC Africa: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hNgGZKe4c9o&t=81s
WHO Health Emergencies Programs Executive Director - Dr. Michael Ryan: "Speed Trumps Perfection:" https://twitter.com/skynews/status/1238504143104421888?lang=en
WHO Director General - Dr. Tedros Adhanom: WHO head tells Africa to 'wake up' to coronavirus threat: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-51960118
From Our Interview:
Heritage Africa: https://www.heritageafrica.org/
Maternal death rate among black women 2.5 times higher than white women, new report finds: https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/wellness/story/maternal-death-rate-black-women-25-times-higher-68640368
The Bright Continent: Breaking Rules and Making Change in Modern Africa: https://www.amazon.com/Bright-Continent-Breaking-Making-Change/dp/0547678312
