Belinda Otas

MOVING OVER!

2011-05-03T23:06:00.000Z

Hi Everyone,

After much consideration and thought, I have decided to stop posting links to blogger. This is to amalgamate all my work and web presence in one place and ensure that I am giving due care to my writing. Nothing has change in terms of work or quality of writing. In fact, it will continue to get better :)

For all future articles, reviews interview, please go to: BelindaOtas.com

Thanks for your continued support.

Cheers!!!

Da Eternal Affinity Of Da Kink!

2011-04-28T05:04:00.000Z

Da Eternal Affinity Of Da Kink!

It will soon be a year since I cut my hair and the response has been more positive than negative. I am no crusader for the Republic of Natural Hair but allow me to scream, I’m loving it!!!!!

Day Out: Hackney Downs Park

2011-04-26T00:47:00.001Z

Day Out: Hackney Downs Park, a set on Flickr.

Today was hot and sitting in was rather boring. Why waste it, when I can go out and have some fun? It didn’t cost a thing. I simply went across the street to the park opposite my house to read and write. There is noting like spending some quality time with me, myself and I. It was good to reflect on my year so far, I cried a little, laughed a lot and sang to myself. However, I could not help but practice my photography skills some more. Practice makes perfect right? So, I shall never rest, until my good is better and my better best!

Hairy Legs: To Shave or Not To Shave?

2011-04-23T08:53:00.000Z

Hairy Legs: To Shave or Not To Shave?

Power to The Kink!

2011-04-20T03:17:00.000Z

Power to The Kink!

We, The Women Say NO More!

2011-04-19T16:19:00.000Z

We, The Women Say NO More!

Who Will Heal Congo’s Women?

2011-04-18T15:24:00.000Z

Who Will Heal Congo’s Women?

Nigeria, Politics, Women and Social Media: Will This Marriage Work?

2011-04-16T22:01:00.000Z

Nigeria, Politics, Women and Social Media: Will This Marriage Work?

Belinda Otas' photostream

2011-04-15T15:10:00.001Z

Belinda Otas' photostream on Flickr.

Nigeria's Youth: Silent no More | Nigeria News & Opinion | Think Africa Press

2011-04-13T21:57:00.000Z

Nigeria's Youth: Silent no More | Nigeria News & Opinion | Think Africa Press

Nigeria's youth refuse to stay silent about the state of their democracy. But how effective are tools like Facebook and Twitter in aiding their cause?

As Nigeria goes to the polls to elect a new president, a wind of change is moving through the political landscape of this emerging democracy. In spite of the historic elections being postponed twice, once again questioning the credibility and transparency of Nigeria’s democracy, young Nigerians are adamant that it is time their voice and vote counted. Gone is the apathetic outlook: this year’s election is being redefined by the fact that candidates are faced with a more web savvy, politically active generation than that which saw democracy return to Nigeria in 1999.

Poll: What Do You Want To Read The MOST On This Website?

2011-04-11T01:46:00.000Z

A Fine Madness by Mashingaidze Gomo (Book Review)

A Fine Madness is a poignant reminder about the devastating effects of war on the mind and the destruction it leaves in its path. Gomo reminds us about the human cost of war.

Cote d’Ivoire: A Lesson in Diplomacy

2011-04-08T04:07:00.000Z

Cote d’Ivoire and the troubles, which beleaguer this once promising and prosperous nation has been on and off, our screen for months. It is a dance of wolves, vultures and chickens, who don’t know when to give up and call it a day.

Cote d’Ivoire: A Lesson in Diplomacy

South Africa: The Diffrent Lives of A RainBow Nation

2011-04-08T04:03:00.000Z

South Africa is a nation with many life cycles as it keeps evolving. Allow me to declare my love for the nation, its people and their culture but when that is said and done, what does South Africa stand for today?

South Africa: The Diffrent Lives of A RainBow Nation

A Rainbow In The Night: The Tumultuous Birth of South Africa By Dominque Lapierre

2011-04-08T04:01:00.001Z

To understand South Africa’s political repositioning in recent history, its racial tensions, social and economic divides and its ever evolving nature, you have to understand the country’s past.

A Rainbow In The Night: The Tumultuous Birth of South Africa By Dominque Lapierre

South Africa: The Diffrent Lives of A RainBow Nation

2011-04-08T04:01:00.000Z

Poll: What Do You Want To Read The MOST On This Website?

2011-03-30T23:08:00.000Z

Cornel West divides opinion across the board. Some love him, some loathe him and others just don't want to know.

Poll: What Do You Want To Read The MOST On This Website?

Sudan: A Land of Many Stories

2011-03-30T23:02:00.000Z

A story of great loss, displacement and dispossession. To be wrenched from your roots at a young age is a confusing experience for anyone, when it happens during war, it takes time to rediscover yourself...

Sudan: A Land of Many Stories

Music Is A Weapon, Theatre Empowers

2011-03-25T04:12:00.000Z

Fela said music is a weapon and Angelique Kidjo said it is a window to the soul. Two very powerful statements about the power of music that I agree with.

Music Is A Weapon, Theatre Empowers

We Could All Learn Something From Ghana…

2011-03-25T04:07:00.000Z

Right now, Ghana is trailblazing with good governance, stability and economic growth. I think a few of the continents leader's need to get over the pride and ask how they did it.

We Could All Learn Something From Ghana…

Africa: Law, Environment & Empowerment

2011-03-19T13:05:00.000Z

We need to pay attention to our environment and start thinking about innovative ways to ensure we are not left wanting...

Africa: Law, Environment & Empowerment

Super Ladies??

2011-03-19T12:54:00.000Z

An old edition of Witness, documenting the lives, struggles and successes of Ugandan female rally drivers. Personally, this is not for me but if it works for them and they are enjoying it and in so doing, are breaking the norm, why not?

Super Ladies??

Scary Times, Uncertain Times…

2011-03-19T12:49:00.000Z

The world is spinning in a cyclone of uncertainty. From revolutions to natural disasters to continuous political upheaval.

Scary Times, Uncertain Times…

G-Shot: The G-Spot Remedy

2011-03-16T03:12:00.000Z

This is a whole new level of getting the kink in the bedroom up to par! Women opting for a shot to get themselves in the mood for sexual healing…well, if Stella could get her groove back with a younger men, a G-shot could be the solution for cougar wannabes… G-shot anyone??

G-Shot: The G-Spot Remedy

Who Cares About Maternal Mortality?

2011-03-11T12:09:00.000Z

Motherhood is supposed to a joyful experience but for many women that reality often comes with its own pain. The kind you cannot explain and one that can never be erased.

Who Cares About Maternal Mortality?

The Power of The Pen

2011-03-11T12:07:00.000Z

For as long as I can remember, authoritarian and repressive governments have always been afraid of writers and their pens. The might of the pen goes beyond the creation of creative and rhythmical prose on the page. It also provokes the masses and maybe, individuals, who for had issues with what they see happening around them but did not have the voice to express themselves and take action.

The Power of The Pen