Reflections on Mandela’s Memoir
A classic memoir that tells the story of Mandela’s life, from his early years in rural South Africa to his decades-long struggle against apartheid and eventual rise to become the country’s first black president.
Personal Lessons From IFC Ghana (Part One)
In the last days of 2022, I posted about the opportunities I pursued during the year and their outcome. Many failed, but a few were successful, one of which was an immersion program with Harvard…
How To Deal With Rejection Emails
Late last year, I shared a post highlighting the opportunities I pursued and their outcome – more than 80% rejection. It was interesting to see how many people could relate to the struggle, but more…
My Philosophy on Opportunities
In my last piece, I wrote a letter to young graduates saying that graduating from university marks the beginning of an uncertain future, but there are still opportunities for those who are willing to chase…
A LETTER TO YOUNG GRADUATES
Dear Young Graduates, I am in no position to tell you this. I employ you to read it anyways. Congratulation on your graduation! Getting a university degree is a significant milestone, and you should be…
How Teachers Can Learn From Farmers
The Semblance I grew up in a family of teachers. My parents, aunts, siblings, cousins, and many other family members have been teachers at some point in their careers – including myself. My parents worked…
Starting Over? The One Skill I’d Learn.
If I were to start all over, what one skill would I learn? I am not sure what made me think about this question, but in the end, I thought my reflection might be valuable…
A DAY IN BUEA – MY REFLECTION
After my first twenty-four hours in Buea, here are my thoughts. I have had a few meetings and discussions with friends and colleagues, and I have been amazed by how enterprising many of them are….
A Case for Education at EU-ACP JPS
On Tuesday, June 15, 2021, six delegates traveling by land to Ekondo Titi, Cameroon, on official assignments, were kidnapped by non-state armed forces for their “affiliation” with the government of Cameroon. You read the details…
T-shaped People; Jack of All Trades, Master of One
Is it better to know a bit of everything, aka jack of all trades, or to have a mastery of one thing? My take? It is best to be both. A jack of all trades…