Maggie Janes-Lucas

#Sahel #Africa, youth, T4D, geopolitics, #art #culture #creatives #storytelling; motherhood, social&racial justice, Art #Detroit #WestAfrica *views own

[Maggie Janes-Lucas @MJanesLucas]

@KenyaAirways is the #worst they charged me more than 800GBP And did not go out my #upgrade front #joburg to #Nairobi to #Dakar never fly them and will choose @flyethiopianor @flySAA_US be for I fly @KenyaAirways terrible customer service #notfriendly skies

[Maggie Janes-Lucas @MJanesLucas]

I just joined #NotWaiting — the movement for African builders, creators, and innovators. Africa is on a wave. https://t.co/YqhbOZZtjU

[Al Jazeera English @AJEnglish]

Armed groups have attacked Mali’s capital, its main airport, and several locations across the country, says Mali’s army in an apparently coordinated ⁠assault involving multiple groups.

[Africanofilter Français @anffrancais]

Si vous couvrez les élections en Afrique — ceci est pour vous.
Si vous commentez la politique africaine — ceci est pour vous.
Si vous créez du contenu qui influence l’opinion publique — ceci est pour vous.
Comment Écrire Sur Les Élections Africaines : Guide Pratique propose :

✔️ Des cadres éthiques pour le reportage
✔️ Des conseils pratiques de narration
✔️ Des listes de vérification pour identifier les biais
✔️ Des « angles manquants » pour repenser la couverture
✔️ Des recommandations sur ce qu’il faut arrêter — et commencer — à faire

De meilleurs récits construisent de meilleures démocraties.
Téléchargez le guide ici : https://t.co/ztexDWs94n

[Africanofilter Français @anffrancais]

Nous sommes ravis de vous annoncer que notre cours sur le récit éthique est à nouveau accessible sur le système de gestion de l’apprentissage de Fray College !
Que vous soyez conteur·se, créatif·ve, journaliste ou praticien·ne du développement, ce cours vous aidera à affiner vos compétences pour raconter des histoires percutantes avec intégrité, respect et responsabilité.

👉🏾 Accédez au cours ici : https://t.co/JOzTCKfAFP
Continuons à construire un écosystème de narration basé sur l’éthique et la dignité à travers l’Afrique. Merci de partager largement avec vos réseaux !

#EthicalStorytelling #AfricaNoFilter #FrayCollege #NarrativeChange #CapacityBuilding

[Africanofilter @africanofilter]

Africa in Focus: Progress, Innovation & Opportunity. This week, Bird Story Agency highlights five powerful narratives shaping Africa’s future, swipe left.

How female architect brings minimalist architecture to Abidjan's Skyline:
https://t.co/U4qY19DgqW

Africa looks within to boost mining industries:
https://t.co/ZM22YbemT8

Asset finance anchors african fintech's next phase:
https://t.co/La0i0QD8py

How Morocco is rewarding Africa's avocado trade map:
https://t.co/ipm4K59MPe

Cut flower exports:
https://t.co/gcIod8RlmA

#birdstoriesagency #betterstories #africainfocus #progress #innovation #opportunity

[Stephen Deng @mrstephendeng]

We need to be serious about asking for details when people make claims like this and it starts to build virality.

Sure, there is a chance they are doing what they claim, but there's almost no technical detail here about the capability of this model, how it was trained, and who did the training.

> The site calls a Supabase backend and returns JSON all at once, not streamed. It does not transparently call its own model.
> It returns reformatted model outputs with what looks like backend orchestration to search/tools and an LLM.
> They're sending conversation history that makes it look more like app-layer than a model-serving API.

At a minimum, they aren't exposing a model inference endpoint. They're sending messages to a backend that then feeds it into search/LLM elsewhere then spits a result back they modify and serve. They still could be forwarding this chat-wrapper to their own LLM but there's no evidence.

It's much more likely this is either:

1. A wrapper/orchestrator on top of an existing LLM API with custom prompting.
2. A wrapper/orchestrator on a fine-tuned open model hosted elsewhere.

The onus is on this team to clarify their claims and happy to update with technical details.

[Robert Dussey @rdussey]

Congratulations to Ms Moky Makura of @africanofilter for your commitment to #correctTheMAP 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 #Africanophonie @_AfricanUnion #AUSummit2026 #EqualEarthProjection @googlemaapss @ProjectionWizz @MtnMapper #MercatorProjector #SizeMatters
#AfricanPoliticalAlliance
#Panafrican
#Panafricanism #ProudlyAfrican

[Robert Dussey @rdussey]

On behalf on the President @FEGnassingbe ,The Republic of Togo warmly welcomes the adoption of the historical and bold decision on correcting the #cartographic representation of #Africa on the #world #map by the 39th Assembly of Heads of State and #Government of the African Union @_AfricanUnion Through this decision the African Heads of states reaffirm their unwavering commitment to promoting #dignity, #respect for historical truths, and the strengthening of continental. I thank and congratulate the
Vice President of #AU Ms Selma Malika Haddadi @DCP_Haddadi and Ms MokyMakura of @africanofilter for your commitment to….👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 #unity #Africanophonie #AUSummit2026 #correctTheMAP #EqualEarthProjection @googlemaapss @ProjectionWizz @MtnMapper #MercatorProjector #SizeMatters
#AfricanPoliticalAlliance
#Panafrican
#Panafricanism #ProudlyAfrican

[Africanofilter Français @anffrancais]

Le 15 février, la République centrafricaine se rend aux urnes.  Elle fait partie des plusieurs pays africains qui organisent des élections en 2026. Cependant, lorsque les élections africaines sont couvertes à l’échelle mondiale, les mots qui dominent sont prévisibles : corruption, violence, fraude, tensions ethniques.

Africa No Filter et @fraycollege ont analysé plus de 800 articles et constaté que ce cadrage négatif influence fortement la manière dont la démocratie africaine est perçue. Mais ce n’est pas toute l’histoire.

Nous avons lancé Écrire Sur Les Élections Africaines : Guide Pratique — une ressource pratique pour aider les journalistes et les créateurs de contenu à couvrir les élections avec nuance, profondeur et équité.

Parce que la démocratie africaine mérite un meilleur récit.
Téléchargez le guide ici : https://t.co/yvQxj80wGO
#ÉlectionsAfricaines

[Maggie Janes-Lucas @MJanesLucas]

#Biafran War Memories ⁦@ZikoraMediaArts⁩ check it out! #storytellers #africa #Nigeria #history https://t.co/Vo4xRllSCN

[Wajahat Ali @WajahatAli]

Dems should've made Crockett the head of Communications, but...she's doing the work regardless.

[Rep. Ilhan Omar @Ilhan]

Elon Musk does not have the power to dismantle USAID.

The idea that a billionaire can wake up one day and decide to end life-saving international aid programs is undemocratic and outright dangerous.

[Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib @RepRashida]

Every Democratic Senator should be doing everything in their power to block Trump’s cabinet nominees. We cannot go on like business as usual while they illegally seize control of federal agencies and torch the government.

[Fahe ✨ @Fahe_K]

POV💡: Lately, my mind has been captivated by the intricate concept of intimacy and its true essence.

Intimacy, transcends the confines of romantic bonds. Yet, too often, we burden our partners with the responsibility of fulfilling all our intimate needs.

So, how might we redistribute this responsibility to foster a healthier dynamic?

It starts with unlearning the notion that intimacy is confined to romantic relationships. We must recognize and embrace various forms of intimacy—platonic, familial, and most importantly, self-intimacy. Each connection serves a different purpose, and acknowledging this diversity is key.

To redistribute responsibility, we need open communication, clear boundaries, and a willingness to seek fulfillment from multiple sources. By doing so, we alleviate the pressure on romantic partners and create a more balanced dynamic.

But why does modern dating feel so lonely today?

Think about the rise of digital communication, the prevalence of superficial connections, and the incessant societal pressures we face. These factors contribute to a sense of isolation.

To combat this loneliness, we must prioritize quality over quantity in our connections. Meaningful conversations, vulnerability, and genuine investment in relationships are paramount.

Furthermore, fostering empathy and emotional support within dating communities can bridge the gap between isolation and fulfillment.

While our dating scenes and realities on the ground may leave much to be desired, I firmly believe that change begins within ourselves. By unlearning damaging ideologies and being intentional with ourselves, we can cultivate authenticity in expressing our wants, needs, and desires.

This journey of self-discovery and growth not only enriches our own lives but also enhances our connections with others, leading to more fulfilling and genuine relationships.

[Maggie Janes-Lucas @MJanesLucas]

@flyethiopian will chose you ahead of @KenyaAirways terrible customer service!

[Maggie Janes-Lucas @MJanesLucas]

@KenyaAirways is the #worst they charged me more than 800GBP And did not go out my #upgrade front #joburg to #Nairobi to #Dakar never fly them and will choose @flyethiopianor @flySAA_US be for I fly @KenyaAirways terrible customer service #notfriendly skies

[Maggie Janes-Lucas @MJanesLucas]

@KenyaAirways is the #worst they charged me more than 800GBP And did not go out my #upgrade front #joburg to #Nairobi to #Dakar never fly them and will choose @flyethiopianor @flySAA_US be for I fly @KenyaAirways terrible customer service #notfriendly skies

[Serge Daniel @sergedanielinfo]

#Mali-Kidal-Situation ce 12/11 18h30 mn :
1/ Fin des hostilités moins intenses que le 11/11/.
2/ Tirs surtout d'obus
3/ Aucun combat à Kidal toujours aux mains des rebelles de la CSP-PSD
4/ Dormir d'un seul œil parceque les russes sont des spécialistes d'opérations nocturnes.

[Amref Health Africa @Amref_Worldwide]

New funding opportunity alert!

Are you a non-profit working in the #climatechange and health space?

We are excited to announce a new funding opportunity through our Climate x Health initiative – a partnership of @Amref_Worldwide, @wellcometrust, @rockefellerfdn, and @gchalliance. We offer small grants to support climate and health advocacy, and proposals will be considered in two categories:

➡️ Making the case for greater action and accountability on climate and health
➡️Building capacity and partnerships within the growing climate and health community.

Take advantage of this chance to make a difference. Apply by Monday, 27 November 2023, at 18:00 ET. ⬇️
https://t.co/j5gYGihpEV