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“Africa currently faces a significant literacy challenge, with only 67.4 per cent of individuals aged 15 and above able to read and write. To address this issue, the United African Diaspora is focusing on supporting grassroots initiatives like the Thomas Sankara Center, which was established in 2021,” says Prudence Iticka, an organizer at the United African Diaspora.
The Thomas Sankara Center not only serves as a free lending library but also organizes film screenings and runs a weekly after-school program for elementary school children. It stands as a unique resource in Ouagadougou, being the sole location where the local community can access free books on African history for both children and adults. The center is run entirely by young locals who volunteer their time to contribute to the educational development of their community.
"As a Pan-African organization rooted in the diaspora, it is our responsibility to transfer resources to grassroots initiatives in the continent," said a representative of the United African Diaspora. "We believe that supporting education and access to literature is fundamental to fostering growth and empowerment within African communities."
The organization aims to raise $1000 CAD, which would enable the Thomas Sankara Center to add at least 50 books to its library. The fundraising campaign will run until December 31st, 2023.
For Canadian contributors, donations can be made via E-transfer to bpucalgary@gmail.com with the note 'books.' International donors are encouraged
To contribute directly to the centre’s GoFundMe page at https://gofund.me/5d0104a7.
United African Diaspora was founded in 2020, is committed to building a strong and autonomous African community capable of meeting the needs of its people and contributing to the development of the African continent.
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On "The Time Traveler," Duncan Daniels pays tribute to his origins, to the person he has become and to Port Harcourt Nigeria, the city that is credited as the origin of his musical talents.
On PurpleVille.
Duncan Daniels something I like to call the introductory track. While it pays homage to Port Harcourt, that’s not the only thing the track does. This is the one where you’re introduced to who the Artiste is. The storytelling gives credence to his ‘PH’ origins, from using popularized Port Harcourt slang like ‘Abobi’; the artiste takes us to the stories of his early days as an artiste in Port Harcourt. Duncan’s vocals are laid side by side, those of the choir I mentioned initially. The choir referred to here is Ara Muzicc Choir. And at no point in this song did they disappoint with the ‘ooohs’ in the lows or their harmony in the highs. Production credits go to Kulkeh Beats, a frequent collaborator of Duncan’s with production credits on at least 60% of Duncan's most recent "S.O.L.O" Album. The song has strong potential to be Port Harcourt’s theme music, depending on the reception.
On “Carolyn”
Duncan sends a message to a past love interest. Apparently, Duncan had been interested in Carolyn who didn’t pay him attention at the time. Carolyn does show up when she hears about his successes, however, Duncan is no longer interested. The song has a hook that doesn’t sit well with me as regards delivery however, Timi Dre assists in such a way, that the hook works after a few spins. Timi Dre proves himself beyond any pre-existing doubts that his vocal prowess should not be toyed with. His vocal texture is maybe only similar to Oxlade, or maybe I’m hearing other things. But the melodies are popping off and unpredictably too! No choir but Timi Dre is one person singing like 5 people. He handles the task. I feel Carolyn’s pain, she dropped the ball, big time!
On “Blood Pressure”
We quickly understand why Carolyn is yesterday’s news. There’s a rising blood pressure someone’s eyes is giving Duncan. Much like all of the songs on the project, the song doesn’t follow the fast paced tempo that the recent songs in the Afrobeats genre have made us accustomed to. Rather, this track takes a different direction that gives room for Duncan to flex his versatility. The production for me is reminiscent of production by Jesse Jagz. Except, the production credits for this groovy sounding slow jam goes to Peter Abdallah. Assisting on the track are London-based Chai T and another of London's finest; Mukhy. The intentionality of this song goes further as it features live saxophone by Norwegian-based saxophonist and wind instrumentalist Lady Albatross and UK bass player Jay Brown.
Whoever, Duncan’s love interest is, they shouldn’t end up like Carolyn. Make this song for no waste! Too lit!! - Peter Jev - AITC Africa
To end the project, Duncan Daniel enlists New York City-based Nigerian rapper, Iceberg Slim who is considered a Nigerian rap veteran for “Show Me Love”. The track carries a simple message that tells people to give flowers to music creators when they’re still here. This one reaches deep into the soul, as it talks about life and all of the struggles that life comes with. It’s emotional enough to close the project. It carries with it a weighty truth that music veterans are not as celebrated until they’re not with us anymore. And this true for a number of artistes, not just Duncan Daniels or Iceberg Slim; a number of veterans have been seemingly forgotten.
The Time Traveller either closes off for some or if you’re me, it’s on repeat! The project is solid and doesn’t struggle to conform to new sounds to fit into a specific box. Rather, experience plays a solid part; with an undoubted musicality to each track. While the EP positions itself as a travel through time, which the music rightly does as Duncan reminisces on his origins in the early days in Port Harcourt through to the end where he talks about getting his flowers for his 2 decade long career.
The project should also get some credit for its exploration of the theme of love, from Duncan’s love for PH, to falling out of love with Carolyn, to the love that gives him a rising temperature and Blood Pressure. Duncan Daniels allows us to see him, in his element; he gives us a peek into his love life as well while reflecting on the time spent making music.
The production is stellar from Kulkeh Beats on Tracks 1,2,3,& 5. London based-Ghanaian producer Peter Abdallah takes on Track 4 and delivers his polling unit.
On the mixing and mastering end of things, Alex 'Crez' Creswell, adds this project to another successful outing with Duncan Daniels having previously worked on songs such as "Back Outside" and "Yard Party." with both songs getting considered for Grammy nominations this year.
"The Time Traveler" EP is available on all digital streaming platforms for your listening pleasure Friday, November 17, 2023. Stream until the tracks start to skip! Visit www.duncandanielsmusic.com
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