Amjambo Africa

09/02/2026

| From a small multilingual community newspaper to a trusted source of information for Maine’s immigrant and host communities, Amjambo Africa has evolved significantly since its first edition.

As the publication reaches its 100th edition, four people who helped shape that journey, Co-founder and Publisher Georges Budagu Makoko, Co-founder Kathreen 'Kit' Harrison, Art Director Stacey Warner and first Deputy Editor Jean Hakuzimana, reflect on where it began, how it evolved and what lies ahead.

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From a small multilingual community newspaper to a trusted source of information for Maine’s immigrant communities, Amjambo Africa has evolved significantly since its first edition. As the publication reaches its 100th edition, four people who helped shape that journey, Co-founder and Publisher Ge...

09/01/2026

The 6th annual Maine Black Excellence Awards brought the community together to celebrate the leaders, entrepreneurs, educators and allies shaping a more inclusive future for the state.

Organized by The Third Place, the event honored nine remarkable individuals, from business owners to advocates recovering overlooked histories.

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The 6th annual Maine Black Excellence Awards took place on August 9 at Caswell Farm and Wedding Barn, a Black-owned venue in Gray, Maine. Organized by The Third Place, the awards celebrate Black leaders, entrepreneurs, educators, community builders, and allies who have made meaningful contributions....

09/01/2026

The September edition of Amjambo Africa is here!

Pick up your FREE copy today and dive into powerful stories shaping Maine’s immigrant communities; from the latest TPS rulings by the U.S. government to the vibrant Maine Black Excellence Awards.

We also celebrate the 10th anniversary of Ladder to the Moon Network, the publisher of Amjambo Africa, and the work it has done to build stronger, more connected communities across Maine.

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08/31/2026

| More than 150 years ago, community leaders in Lewiston established Androscoggin Bank to help mill workers and immigrants establish permanent roots. Today, the people coming to Maine are different but the need for stable financial services remains.
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In the upcoming September print edition of Amjambo Africa, we sat down with community leaders and the Bank's CEO Neil Kiely to discuss Rizq, a new banking division focused on financial products designed to comply with Islamic principles.
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Look out for our September physical edition hitting community stands soon to read the full exclusive interview.

08/30/2026

| Tazama video hii fupi ili kujifunza kuhusu programu za Msaada wa Jumla na jinsi zinavyoweza kukusaidia.

Mpango huu unatoa huduma muhimu kwa mahitaji yako ya msingi k**a vile kulipia kodi, chakula, na bili wakati wa dharura za kifedha. Jifunze zaidi kuhusu msaada huu na ugundue jinsi ya kujaza fomu ya maombi leo.

08/30/2026

| The September edition of Amjambo Africa explores how algorithms funnel young men seeking fitness or financial advice into the "manosphere."

In this article, we highlight how these online communities exploit the vulnerabilities of immigrant and refugee boys navigating cultural transitions.

The piece equips parents and community leaders with actionable, real-world strategies to foster critical thinking and healthier masculinity.

Watch out for the full article in our upcoming edition.

08/28/2026

Got a question? Ask us anything!

Every Friday, Amjambo Africa takes your questions on everything: credit, immigration, housing, jobs, and more and gets real answers from trusted experts. You ask. We report.

Drop your question, message us or send us your email at [email protected] or send us a WhatsApp message 207 816 8149

08/27/2026

| Pendant des décennies, le monde international des affaires a tenu un stéréotype tenace concernant les entreprises publiques africaines. Le discours dominant suggérait que ces entités étaient vouées à être intrinsèquement inefficaces, non compétitives et, en fin de compte, vouées à l’échec sur la scène internationale.

Tewolde Gebremariam, ancien PDG d’Ethiopian Airlines, a consacré sa carrière à briser ce mythe. Sous sa direction visionnaire, Ethiopian Airlines est passée du statut de modeste acteur régional à celui de géant de l’aviation hautement rentable.

Grâce à une innovation sans relâche, elle est devenue le plus grand groupe aérien d’Afrique et un concurrent mondial universellement respecté.

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Pendant des décennies, le monde international des affaires a tenu un stéréotype tenace concernant les entreprises publiques africaines. Le discours dominant suggérait que ces entités étaient vouées à être intrinsèquement inefficaces, non compétitives et, en fin de compte, vouées à l’....

08/26/2026

Jonas Manywa, a 42-year-old father from the Democratic Republic of the Congo who fled targeted violence, has been detained by ICE for a second time.

He was taken into custody during a routine appointment in Scarborough, right in front of his two young daughters, 6-year-old Ivana and 3-year-old Eliana.

His wife, Alaise Seguro, is now caring for their three young children alone while Jonas faces the prospect of potential deportation to a country he has never even set foot in.

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Jonas Manywa doesn’t know if he’ll be coming home — or deported to a potentially unsafe country. By Portland Press Herlad Staff writers Dana Richie, and Salomé Cloteaux SCARBOROUGH — Six-year-old Ivana has back-to-school jitters.  Even though she loves math, she’s nervous about learning ...

08/26/2026

| Scammers are always trying to trick people into sharing money or personal information. Scams can show up through email, phone, text, or social media and they are becoming more common. The good news is that many scams follow similar patterns. Once you know what to look for, you can take simple steps to protect yourself and help your loved ones stay safe.

This explainer from cPort Credit Union details common scams, warning signs to watch for and simple steps you can take before sharing money or personal information.

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By Honorine Uwishema, senior Branch Manager at cPort Credit Union Scammers are always trying to trick people into sharing money or personal information. Scams can show up through email, phone, text, or social media, and they are becoming more common. The good news is that many scams follow similar p...