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Cape Verde’s first official Kriolu schoolbook was withdrawn after only seven months, exposing tensions over language, identity, and education policy.
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In Cape Verde, substance use is publicly visible but statistically elusive. The gap exposes how limited data, stigma, and informal markets distort the picture. Some months ago I wanted to investigate substance use in Cape Verde, an African republic consisting of a group of islands. Before starting, I expected a familiar journalistic process: gather relevant
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I moved to Cape Verde as a committed vegetarian and quickly learned how little that label means here. With harsh terrain, scant freshwater and tiny farms, the islands import more than 80 percent of their food; meat, fish, maize and beans are the staples. Chickens roam free, small-boat fishing feeds whole families, and asking for…
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Welcome! I’m Carmen Esselink, a freelance journalist, storyteller, and content expert with years of experience in TV, writing, and social media. Whether you need compelling articles, engaging scripts, or impactful content strategies, I’m here to help you bring your vision to life. 📩 Get in touch: carmennesselink@outlook.com Stay tuned – I’ll be showcasing my portfolio
Carmen Esselink 