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Exploring the Rich Culture of Angola and Portugal


The Enchanted Eve
In a snow-blanketed city glimmering with the hopeful promise of Christmas, the world seemed swathed in whispered mysteries. Beneath...
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Dec 19, 20245 min read
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A Bright Future: President Biden's Visit to Angola and the Revitalization of the Benguela Railway
President Joe Biden's recent visit to Angola marked a historic moment in U.S.-Angola relations, reinforcing a shared commitment to...
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Dec 15, 20243 min read
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The Silence That Consumes Us
(A Personal Reflection) There are moments in life when words weigh more than silence. I remember a day much like this one—soft light...
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Dec 15, 20243 min read
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Lessons in Leadership: The Impact of Toxic Managers, Great Mentors, and the Peter Principle
“We never forget toxic managers. But we always remember kind leaders.” “The best leaders don’t create followers. They create more...
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Dec 8, 20244 min read
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The Gentle Soul of the Xitaka: Remembering Pandora
In the early days, Pandora and her siblings—Pan and Hera—arrived at Xitaka as timid newcomers, huddled together in a makeshift shed....
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Dec 7, 20243 min read
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A Frosty Morning at XITAKA
Waking up at XITAKA, my little farm nestled in Middleton, Idaho, always brought with it a special rhythm. This morning was no exception,...
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Dec 1, 20244 min read
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The Visionary of Kissanga Kungo, Cela
By John Elmiro da Rocha Chaves In the heart of Kissanga Kungo, where the midday sun bathes the red pyrite earth, warming the skin and...
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Dec 1, 20245 min read
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Portugal's Immortal Legacy: Cradle of Explorers and Guardian of a Unique History
Introduction: From the mists of history stands a nation whose heritage transcends the boundaries of time and space. Portugal, the...
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Dec 1, 20242 min read
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Portuguese Influence in Angola: A Cultural Exploration
The Portuguese influence in Angola is undeniable and deeply rooted in the history and culture of this African country. From language and...
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Dec 1, 20242 min read
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The Rapids of Memory: A Family’s Wild Ride
The bright sun filtered through the towering evergreens, casting dappled light on the frothy waves of the Payette River. The orange raft...
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Dec 1, 20243 min read
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A Meeting of Minds: The Transatlantic Brotherhood of Political Shenanigans
Once upon a time, in a smoky backroom at the edge of a lavish international summit, two politicians, one Portuguese and one American,...
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Dec 1, 20243 min read
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A Message of Tough Love: Reflections and a Way Forward for Angola
Sonnet In the pages of history, the heart does beat, Of an elder echoing in Angola's land, Born on fertile soil, where tales expand, A...
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Nov 29, 20243 min read
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Santa Comba, Cela: A Chronicle of Triumph and Turmoil
In the heart of Angola’s sweeping landscapes, where the savannah whispers of history and the winds carry tales of generations, lies the...
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Nov 29, 20243 min read
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The Wealth of Pre-Independence Angola: The Context for the Launch of the Kwanza
The launch of the Kwanza in 1975 symbolized much more than the introduction of a new currency; it was a pivotal moment in Angola's...
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Nov 29, 20246 min read
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Angola 2050: Rebuilding the Future with a Strong Kwanza and Sustainable Development
Introduction Angola, with its rich cultural diversity and abundance of natural resources, holds immense potential to lead progress on the...
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Nov 28, 20244 min read
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An Autumn Symphony at Xitaka in Idaho
This morning, autumn’s golden hues encircled Xitaka, bringing with them the serenity characteristic of Idaho. Beneath the vast and clear...
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Nov 22, 20243 min read
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Marito Avelino: A Journey of Dedication and Environmental Leadership at Waku Kungo
António Avelino Marito, Director of the Environment at Cela (Waku Kungo), accepted a challenge he never imagined for himself. Although...
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Nov 18, 20246 min read
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The Ancestral Key: The Fight for the Soul of Wakuwanda
Epilogue: The Legacy of the Roar The Cela Mountains—Kungo, Goya, and Waku—stood imposingly beneath the starry sky, silent witnesses to a...
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Nov 17, 202430 min read
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The Star of Unity: A Legacy of Human Creativity
A Valley of Inspiration In a distant valley, surrounded by majestic mountains under a clear blue sky, a group of artists and dreamers...
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Nov 16, 20243 min read
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From Santa Comba to Santa Clara: The Incredible Journey of Chaves
I was born on a beautiful morning on February 13, 1959, at the Hospital of Cela, in Santa Comba, which today is known as Waku Kungo. That...
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Nov 16, 20245 min read
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