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December 09, 2022
Cape Verde’s Soraia Ramos Sings to Empower Women

For Soraia Ramos music wasn’t a dream, but now she’s one the new generation stars in the Lusophone world. She caught up with VOA’s Mayra de Lassalette to tell her story.
November 18, 2022
German Start-up Manuyoo Changes Perception of Made In Africa Products

During the pandemic, a German start-up ventured on an import business of goods made in Africa. From clothes to cosmetics, and much more, Manuyoo was looking for more than products, but a new narrative about the African continent. VOA's Mayra de Lassalette talked to Manuyoo’s co-founder about its beginnings, Africa partnerships and the impact.
August 27, 2022
Angola dos Santos Funeral Proceedings Commence

Funeral proceedings for Angola’s late President Jose Eduardo dos Santos who died in July at a Spanish health care facility commenced on Saturday, where officials and citizens gathered at Agostinho Neto Memorial in Luanda, to pay their final respects. VOA’s Mayra de Lassalette captured proceedings.
August 25, 2022
Angola Polling Archaic - Election Observers

Election observers applaud Angola’s attempts to facilitate a democratic election, however, encourage the adaptation of technology such as biometric voting for future elections. For more VOA’s Mayra de Lassalette spoke with Joaquim Chissano, former President of Mozambique, and election observer.
August 24, 2022
Angola 2022 Election Day Ends

Voting has closed in Angola’s 2022 national elections which has over 220 parliamentary seats up for grabs and a historic presidential race between incumbent President Joao Lourenco and opposition UNITA’s Adalberto Costa Jnr. Mayra de Lassalette of VOA’s Portuguese Service has an update from Luanda.
August 23, 2022
Angolans Gearing up for Wednesday's Elections

Today is a day of reflection in Angola following the conclusion of campaigning on Monday in the country’s August 24 parliamentary and presidential elections. Mayra de Lassalette of VOA’s Portuguese Service has an update from Luanda.
August 22, 2022
48 Hours to Angola Action

Angolan analysts are expecting a tight presidential race in the 2022 elections between MPLA candidate President Joao Lourenco who is seeking a second term and UNITA’s Adalberto Costa Jnr who is gaining support in traditionally ruling MPLA strongholds. VOA’s Mayra de Lassalette provides an update.
August 20, 2022
Angola Observers Promote Peaceful Fair August 24 Elections

Experts say Angola’s National Electoral Commission must deliver a democratic August 24 election and stress the importance of partnering with different stakeholders to educate citizens on the electoral process. Luís Jimbo of the Angolan Electoral Observatory explains more.
August 20, 2022
Angola Gears up for Historic Presidential Polls

Angolans head to the polls next Wednesday in a historic tight election between candidates President Joao Lourenco of the ruling MPLA and opposition UNITA’s Adalberto Costa Jnr who analysts say is favorable among the nations disgruntled youth. VOA’s Mayra de Lassalette updates us from Angola.
August 18, 2022
Angola Demands Change Post August 24

As Angola prepares for its August 24 parliamentary and presidential elections, citizens are calling for a new government that will create employment opportunities for youth and act on its campaign promises to improve living standards. For more VOA’s Mayra de Lassalette spoke to citizens in Luanda.
July 12, 2022
Examining YALI: Is Africa’s Future Brighter?

VOA’s Mike Hove and Mayra de Lassalette are joined by Mandela Washington Fellowship alumni as they discuss the role the U.S. fellowship is playing in shaping the future of what experts say is the youngest and fastest growing continent.
July 08, 2022
VOA Examines the Impact of YALI on Africa

Over 5000 African youth have come to the U.S. under the Mandela Washington Fellowship, a six-week mentorship program which is sponsored by Washington. Join VOA on the 12th of July for a special broadcast that tracks the success of the U.S. sponsored program.
July 13, 2020
Angolan Film 'Air Conditioner' selected to the 'We Are

Angolan filmmaker Fradique used failing air conditioning units to show a different side to life in big African cities. Red Carpet’s Mayra de Lassalette caught up with Fradique to discuss his work.

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