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1 month ago | 
researchgate.net | Joe Ruzvidzo
Title : Beyond Postcolonialism: R ethinking the Crique of Human Rights This arcle criques the internaonal human rights r egime through postcolonial theory , exposing Eur ocentrism and structural barriers in mechani sms like the UN Human Rights Council (HRC) and Univer sal Periodic Review power - the study advocates integr ang non-Western epi stemologies and balancing universal princi ples with local contexts.
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1 month ago | 
ruzvidzo.com | Joe Ruzvidzo
I’m thrilled to announce that my September piece, Looking Is Free: A Stone Town Story, has just been published on Brittle Paper! This creative nonfiction piece captures my reflections upon returning to African soil after seven years, exploring the sensory experiences and personal insights drawn from Zanzibar’s Stone Town. Stone Town is a place where history whispers through the narrow alleys, and every shopfront, every carving, and every lingering glance tells a story.
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1 month ago | 
brittlepaper.com | Joe Ruzvidzo
Seven years. That’s how long it’s been since I last set foot on African soil. Seven years of French chaos and Swiss order. I’ve forgotten what proper heat feels like, until Zanzibar’s air wraps around me like a warm, damp towel. The humidity hits first, in a way only Africa – or the Caribbean – can welcome me back. With no hesitation, no apologies. We’re driving east from the airport, and the island unfolds slowly before me.
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Nov 19, 2024 | 
medium.com | Joe Ruzvidzo
Joe Ruzvidzo·Follow3 min read·--11 November 2024; A general view of Centre Stage during the opening night of Web Summit 2024 at the MEO Arena in Lisbon, Portugal. Photo by Tyler Miller/Web Summit via SportsfileWeb Summit 2024 in Lisbon, Portugal, wrapped up with record-breaking attendance, a vibrant roster of speakers, and a clear emphasis on diversity and innovation.
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Sep 26, 2024 | 
ruzvidzo.com | Joe Ruzvidzo
For decades, “universal human rights” have been hailed as the moral foundation of global governance. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), born from World War II, promised a world where human dignity would transcend borders. Lately, however, this idea has been under fire. Critics argue that what we call “universal” is just a Western concept imposed on societies with very different worldviews.
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Aug 12, 2024 | 
sideline.press | Joe Ruzvidzo
PARIS, FRANCE: Imane Khelif’s experience at the Paris 2024 Olympics is a brutal reminder of the dark underbelly of modern sports – a world where athletes not only have to battle for medals but also fend off cyberbullying, institutional betrayal, and racial discrimination. An exceptional young Algerian boxer, she entered the Olympics with high hopes. Still, she quickly found herself thrust into a whirlwind of hate and controversy that threatened to overshadow her athletic achievements.
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Aug 12, 2024 | 
sideline.press | Joe Ruzvidzo
TLDR: Australian breakdancer Rachael Gunn, known as “Raygun,” competed in the Olympic breaking event in Paris on August 9, 2024. Unfortunately, her performance fell short in the highly competitive field and she was eliminated early. Despite her exit, she garnered significant attention and praise on social media for her unique style and energetic routines. The event itself marked a historic debut for breakdance at the Olympics, with competitors showcasing their skills on a global stage.
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Aug 12, 2024 | 
sideline.press | Joe Ruzvidzo
PARIS, FRANCE: The 2024 Olympics might be about records, medals, and competition, but occasionally, you need a break from all the athletic intensity. Enter the Parc des Nations at La Villette, the ultimate cultural playground where countries flaunt their finest in food, music, and sheer joie de vivre. Think of it as the Olympic Village’s much cooler, more cultured cousin, where the competition is all about who throws the best party. Spoiler alert: everybody’s winning.
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Aug 9, 2024 | 
sideline.press | Joe Ruzvidzo
PARIS, FRANCE: In a press conference at the Paris Media Centre at Le Carreau du Temple, Mayor Anne Hidalgo candidly reflected on how the 2024 Olympic Games have reshaped the city. This transformation, she emphasised, goes far beyond temporary sporting events, marking a profound shift in the city’s infrastructure, environmental policies, and social dynamics. Hidalgo, a socialist who has governed Paris since 2014, acknowledged the enormity of the challenge of hosting the Olympics.
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Nov 21, 2023 | 
ruzvidzo.com | Joe Ruzvidzo
Welcome to Web Summit 2023, the annual conference where caffeine-powered innovators, tech wizards, and investors collide. Born in Dublin, grew bigger than a viral cat video. Started small, blossomed big. From tech gathering to tech extravaganza, swapping Irish rain for Portuguese sun. But this isn’t just an event; it’s a digital circus that takes over Lisbon’s Altice Arena and its surroundings.
